Why Is The 4-Step Tooth Implant Timeline Necessary?

why does a tooth implant take several months? Midvale

Dental implants from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT are state-of-the-art in tooth replacement.

The process for getting an implant takes two to six months, but don’t let that discourage you. Each stage of the procedure is important. It’s not a drawback; it is indicative of the permanent nature of an implant.

The Dental Implant Timeline

1. Dental Implant Examination and Assessment

A complete tooth implant and restoration consists of the post or root replacement, the abutment, and the final restoration – crown, denture, bridge, or partial denture.

It all starts with a consultation. We’ll take X-rays and analyze your mouth and examine your teeth, gums, and jawbone. If you don’t have adequate bone at the implant site, we may recommend bone grafting.

2. Placement

The first step is to insert the titanium implant into your jawbone. This is not as difficult or painful as it sounds. Most patients are surprised at how fast and easy the procedure is. It usually takes one to two hours.

Over-the-counter pain relievers are usually enough for post-surgery discomfort. Most people can go back to work after the surgery.

3. Osseointegration

The key to implant placement is called osseointegration, which means the titanium post fusing with the bone. In most cases it takes three to six months for this to happen. Once it does, you’ve got a rock-solid foundation for the implant.,

4. Placing the Final Restoration

The final step is a crown, bridge, or denture. A connecting piece called an abutment attaches the restoration to the artificial root or roots. The crown, bridge, or denture is all that is visible at the end of the process.

Teeth supported by dental implants from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT are life-changing. We’ve placed them in patients from Salt Lake City, Cottonwood Heights, Murray, and Sugar House. We also offer complete restorative dentistry. Contact us today!

Contact The Fort Union Dentist:

801-676-8100

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

1275 E. Fort Union Blvd Ste 200
Midvale, Utah
84047

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