Traditionally, dental implants have been associated with a time consuming surgical procedure and was performed in two steps. The dentist began by installing the implants, which were left for three to six months to heal and integrate with the jawbone. During the healing period, the patient was given a temporary denture until the permanent teeth could be inserted at the next stage. In some cases, particularly patients who have had bone grafting, a denture can not be worn for an extended period of time to prevent damage to the implant and grafted bone during healing.
Today, modern implant design and state of the art surgical techniques allows most patients to have fixed teeth fitted within a few days of the surgery. To get it right, a detailed work-up is done before the surgery to design your smile. After the implants are placed, teeth are set in wax and tried in your mouth for aesthetic adjustments.
