“Can I get dental implant 2 months after extraction?”
I had a tooth extraction 2 months ago. Can I get dental implant 2 months after extraction?
3 Answers
Yes, getting a dental implant two months after a tooth extraction is often possible, but it depends on several factors, including how well the extraction site has healed and the density of the bone in the area. At Elite Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery of Oklahoma, Dr. Jeremy Egan, DMD, MD, will assess your unique situation to determine the optimal timing for implant placement.
Factors That Determine Implant Timing After Extraction
1. Healing of the Extraction Site
The typical healing time after an extraction is around 6-8 weeks, or roughly two months, which means you may be ready for an implant evaluation. By this time, most patients have enough soft tissue healing, and the bone is beginning to stabilize.
2. Bone Density and Quality
For successful implant placement, there must be enough healthy bone to support the implant. Dr. Egan may use imaging, like a 3D cone beam CT scan, to assess the bone’s density and determine if it is sufficient or if a bone graft may be necessary.
3. Absence of Infection
Ensuring that the extraction site is free from infection or inflammation is essential for implant success. If the extraction was straightforward and has healed well without complications, implant placement may proceed more smoothly.
4. Immediate vs. Delayed Implants
In some cases, immediate implants are placed at the same time as extraction, while others require delayed placement. Two months after extraction is generally considered “early placement,” which can be ideal in many cases, as it allows for initial healing while still placing the implant relatively soon.
Advantages of Placing an Implant 2 Months After Extraction
• Minimizes Bone Loss: Bone loss starts after a tooth is removed, and placing an implant within a few months of extraction helps preserve bone and maintain facial structure.
• Reduces Total Treatment Time: If you’re a candidate for early placement, placing the implant two months post-extraction reduces the overall time to complete the implant and final crown.
The Evaluation Process with Dr. Egan
During your consultation, Dr. Egan will assess the extraction site’s healing, the condition of the surrounding bone, and your overall oral health. If all factors align, you may be ready for implant placement. If additional bone support is needed, Dr. Egan might recommend a bone graft, which could extend the timeline slightly but will ensure the implant has a stable foundation.
Moving Forward with Your Implant
If Dr. Egan determines you’re ready, he will provide a treatment plan for the implant placement and discuss the next steps. At Elite Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery of Oklahoma, Dr. Egan is dedicated to helping patients achieve the best outcomes with dental implants, ensuring a comfortable and successful experience tailored to each individual’s needs.
Factors That Determine Implant Timing After Extraction
1. Healing of the Extraction Site
The typical healing time after an extraction is around 6-8 weeks, or roughly two months, which means you may be ready for an implant evaluation. By this time, most patients have enough soft tissue healing, and the bone is beginning to stabilize.
2. Bone Density and Quality
For successful implant placement, there must be enough healthy bone to support the implant. Dr. Egan may use imaging, like a 3D cone beam CT scan, to assess the bone’s density and determine if it is sufficient or if a bone graft may be necessary.
3. Absence of Infection
Ensuring that the extraction site is free from infection or inflammation is essential for implant success. If the extraction was straightforward and has healed well without complications, implant placement may proceed more smoothly.
4. Immediate vs. Delayed Implants
In some cases, immediate implants are placed at the same time as extraction, while others require delayed placement. Two months after extraction is generally considered “early placement,” which can be ideal in many cases, as it allows for initial healing while still placing the implant relatively soon.
Advantages of Placing an Implant 2 Months After Extraction
• Minimizes Bone Loss: Bone loss starts after a tooth is removed, and placing an implant within a few months of extraction helps preserve bone and maintain facial structure.
• Reduces Total Treatment Time: If you’re a candidate for early placement, placing the implant two months post-extraction reduces the overall time to complete the implant and final crown.
The Evaluation Process with Dr. Egan
During your consultation, Dr. Egan will assess the extraction site’s healing, the condition of the surrounding bone, and your overall oral health. If all factors align, you may be ready for implant placement. If additional bone support is needed, Dr. Egan might recommend a bone graft, which could extend the timeline slightly but will ensure the implant has a stable foundation.
Moving Forward with Your Implant
If Dr. Egan determines you’re ready, he will provide a treatment plan for the implant placement and discuss the next steps. At Elite Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery of Oklahoma, Dr. Egan is dedicated to helping patients achieve the best outcomes with dental implants, ensuring a comfortable and successful experience tailored to each individual’s needs.
You need to wait until the socket completely heals and then get a CT Scan to determine the quality of the bone, the density of the bone and how much bone filled in to the extraction site. If you don't need a bone graft and the density of the bone is good it may be possible to get an implant but usually after around six months. Depending on the size of the roots of the tooth of the extracted tooth and the size of the implant, you can sometimes get an implant placed immediately after the extraction is completed. However, after the implant is placed you typically have to wait six months for the implant to integrate with the bone before a crown can be placed.
We recommend letting your mouth heal for Four-Six weeks before moving forward with any replacement. Danelle
