Once your tooth is removed, you’ll probably aim to replace it quickly with a dental implant. Filling your smile gap as soon as possible would improve your grin’s health and good looks. Still, don’t be hasty; you’ll need to wait a bit after your extraction to get an implant post. Your Coppell oral surgeon can even outline how long you must hold back. To that end, here’s the scoop on when you can get a dental implant after a tooth extraction.
Remember, Tooth Extractions are Invasive
You may wonder why post-extraction implants involve any waiting. Well, the reason is simple: tooth extractions are invasive and require time to heal.
Note that permanent teeth aren’t meant to “come out.” To remove them effectively, a dentist must make incisions in your gums, expose dental nerves, etc. Your mouth needs time to heal from such steps before it can handle dental implants. If you try to get the posts before you’ve recovered, you’ll just end up with implant failure, a gum infection, or worse.
When Can You Get a Dental Implant Post-Extraction?
The waiting period for a post-extraction dental implant can vary. That said, most patients can receive one ten weeks after the initial tooth removal.
Where your own waiting time falls will depend on your situation. For example, it may take less than ten weeks if you already have healthy gum and jaw tissues. The wait could also run longer than the 10-week mark when a patient’s gums and jaw are faring poorly. Lucky patients could even get the posts immediately, assuming they lost their tooth from trauma or injury. Getting a precise estimate requires that you consult your oral surgeon.
Dental Implants are Worth the Wait
Though they involve a wait, post-extraction dental implants are worth your while. The posts provide benefits that justify the time spent, including:
- A Gorgeous Grin – Since they fuse with your jaw and have porcelain surfaces, dental implants look and act more like natural teeth than other restorations.
- A Younger Face – Dental implants stimulate your jawbone and preserve its tissue. In doing so, they keep your face looking full, firm, and youthful.
- Enduring Effects – When given the proper care, dental implants can last for a lifetime. Even an average one can work for 15-20 years, and well-maintained posts will endure for over 30 years.
It takes time to get a dental implant after a tooth extraction, so please be patient. Your treatment results will more than make up for the wait!
About the Practice
Steele Oral Surgery is based in Coppel, TX. Led by Dr. J. Darrell Steele, our practice combines complex dental work with warm and personalized service. That means we always tailor our surgical procedures to your smile’s needs, all while being mindful of your schedule. Whether you see us for dental implants, tooth extractions, or something else, our team will deliver the best results! For more details or to book a visit, please contact us on our website or by phone at (972)-315-3355.
