The True Time Commitment of Dental Implants

Dental implants are an increasingly popular solution for missing teeth. The results are truly amazing, with manufactured teeth that so closely resemble real teeth that it’s nearly impossible for a person to tell the difference. At Sconzo & Sciascia General, Cosmetic, and Family Dentistry, we’ve noticed an uptick in patients asking for dental implants over the traditional solution, dentures. But what we’ve also discovered is that few people understand the true time commitment that dental implants require, which is often several weeks to several months. From start to finish, sometimes dental implants take nearly a year.

Why so Long?

The titanium part of dental implants is surgically implanted into the jaw bone. For adults with missing teeth, jaw bone disintegration is often a factor of why they lost teeth in the first place. Often, poor jawbone density is an obstacle that must be overcome before a successful implant can be done. This can add several months to the timeline, and is one of the biggest reasons whydental implants in Brooklyn, NY take so long.

Healing Time Post-surgery

Placing the implant involves a surgical procedure where the titanium post is anchored into the jawbone. During this time, the implant fuses with the jawbone, providing the necessary stability for the new tooth. While the surgery itself can be completed in one visit, the healing process—called osseointegration—takes between three and six months, depending upon individual circumstances. However, after the healing process is complete, the placement of the abutment and crown is like icing on the cake!

Yourdentist in Brooklyn, NY at Sconzo & Sciascia General, Cosmetic, and Family Dentistry is ready to answer all your questions about dental implants. Just because this solution takes longer shouldn’t keep you from considering this permanent and effective treatment. Contact us today to learn more.