What is involved in implant-supported bridge treatment?
A treatment-planning phase is conducted and completed by the restorative dentist and oral surgeon prior to implant placement. The total number of implants, implant positioning and final prosthesis design are determined at this time. During the first surgical treatment, the implants are placed in the maxilla or upper jaw. The upper denture is not placed for a period of up to two weeks while the gum tissue is healing. The oral surgeon then recommends a four to six month waiting period while bone growth around the implant occurs.
