Implant Treatment

Implant Treatment Outline

There are several approaches that may be used in implant placement, depending on the patient's particular needs. Generally, an implant restoration consists of three phases: (1) placement of the implant itself, (2) following implant healing, seating the final crown or prosthesis. Below is an example of a typical treatment sequence for a common restoration, the single tooth replacement. (Click here to see Single Tooth Implant-Clinical Case).

Phase One (Surgeon)

Appointment 1 and 2

Examination and treatment planning, X-rays, CAT Scan, Models, Consent, Review of Procedure in Detail

Missing tooth to be replaced

Appointment 3

Placement of implant

Hole prepared to receive implant

Implant in place with top piece above the gum line

Appointment 4 (10 - 14 days)

Sutures removed

Appointment 5 (4 - 6 weeks)

Site examined to assure proper healing. Information sent to your General Dentist. Ready to make the Crown

Phase Two (Restorative Dentist)

Appointment 1

Post seated permanently in the implant, and shape refined
Temporary crown placed on post
Final impressions for the crown may be taken at this appointment

Appointment 2

Final crown seated and occlusion (bite) refined