You may already know that when you choose a prosthetic that relies on traditional support (meaning, it doesn’t include implants), the process isn’t very time consuming. Up to just a few visits and you’ll probably have a complete smile within a few weeks. However, if you’ve begun investigating dental implants and associated options, then you may have heard the process requires a greater amount of time. Looking for details? We’ve got them ready.
You Need Surgery
First, you’ll need to schedule oral surgery to receive your dental implants. This will be the first stop along the way and may require more than just a couple days of wait time. It depends on your schedule, whether you require any other treatments beforehand (such as grafting), and then you will need to give your tissues time to heal.
Osseointegration Takes Months
Over the course of several months, your dental implants will need time to bond with your jawbone. This is known as osseointegration. Since traditional teeth replacements do not require any extra time but are simply provided to you or fixed in place, once they’re on, you’re done. However, implants are different. They fuse to your bone tissue, so this will take some time.
You’re Getting Closer To A Year
From the time that you begin to the time that you receive your dental implants, get through osseointegration successfully, and receive your restoration, you may be approaching somewhere in the neighborhood of seven months to a year. Of course, this is a valuable journey if you wish to choose it! For specifics regarding your projected timeline, speak with us!
See Our Team For Implant Timeline Details
Get the information you want regarding dental implants and how you can expect the process to unfold for your needs. Schedule the time you need in Rohnert Park, CA by calling Santa Rosa Oral Surgery at 707-584-1630 to schedule your visit today.