Can You Get The Implant On The Same Day?
Can you get a dental implant on the same day? Often, yes—many patients can have a tooth removed and an implant placed in a single visit, and in selected cases a temporary tooth can be attached the same day. The final, permanent crown usually comes later after healing. Not everyone is a candidate, and careful planning is essential. What “ same‑day implant ” really means Immediate implant placement: The implant is placed right after tooth extraction in the same appointment. Immediate provisionalization (temporary tooth the same day): A temporary crown or bridge is attached to the implant the day it’s placed. This is common in the front of the mouth for appearance, but the temporary is typically kept out of heavy biting while the implant heals. Immediate loading (chewing the same day): In select cases—especially full‑arch treatments like “All‑on‑4/Teeth‑in‑a‑Day”—a fixed set of temporary teeth can be attached for function on the same day. This requires very stable implants and controlled ...