The healing time for a dental implant procedure is typically at least three weeks. Some patients’ implant procedures will take months to heal, although this is less common and usually caused by an underlying medical condition or tobacco use. Total healing time also depends on the condition of the bone in your jaw. Sinus or jaw augmentation procedures require additional healing time, so it could take longer before you have the crown or bridge placed in your mouth.
After the implant has healed and shows signs of osseointegration, your dentist can attach an abutment. An abutment is a connector built into or placed on top of the implant, providing something for the crown or bridge to attach to within your mouth. After attaching the abutment, your dentist will be able to take additional imprints and imaging to create and place the permanent tooth.
Some dentists are now offering implants as Teeth-in-a-Day. Depending on the nature of the tooth being replaced, it’s now possible to place an implant along with the abutment and crown in a single sitting. There are some constraints to this procedure, as the implant wouldn’t be able to withstand strong chewing force for several weeks or longer, but for many people, this is a ideal option.
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