How long after dental implants are placed do I have to wait until they can be used for supporting my new teeth?
When root form implants were first introduced in North America in 1982 the protocol was for submerging the implants under the gum and jawbone for 6 months or longer. A second surgery was then needed to uncover the implant so it could be used to anchor the dental work. Today, most of the time, only one surgery is needed to place the implant in the jaw and it can be used in 6-8 weeks. In some situations the implant can even be loaded the same day as the surgery. Regardless of the needed healing time Dr. Becker will usually provide for some type of temporary appliance so that the patient can function and meet the public with confidence.
