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How Long Does It Take to Get Dental Implants?

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Are you tired of having gaps where teeth used to be? Missing teeth can affect smiling, talking, eating, and other aspects of your daily life. But our dentists in Albany, NY, at Dental Wellness of Albany offer dental implants as a replacement option. Let’s go over how long this process usually takes — though this varies based on implant type and other factors.

Steps in the Procedure

The implant process generally includes these steps:

  • Consultation and evaluation
  • 3D imaging of your jaw
  • Implant placement inside your jawbone
  • Jaw recovery
  • Crown or other restoration placement

Recovery Time

The time it takes for your jaw to heal after implant placement affects the overall timeframe for this process. It may take a few or more months for jaw tissue to recover. We need to wait until this happens to ensure that the implant post fuses to the tissue around it. Otherwise, your implant can fail.

Implant Timeframe

You can expect the implant process to take a few months or longer overall, depending on how long your jaw recovery time is. We’ll provide you with a guard to keep the implant safe while you chew. Note that certain medical conditions or other factors might affect healing time, such as autoimmune diseases or diabetes.

Implant Type

The type you choose plays a big role in how long it takes to get implants. Traditional implants involve placing a post in the jaw. But other types aren’t placed inside the jaw, potentially shortening the timeframe.

Set Up a Dental Implant Consultation Today!

Thinking of replacing teeth you’ve lost? At Dental Wellness of Albany, our services include dental implants in Albany, NY, providing you with a tooth replacement option that’s long-lasting and a way to enhance your smile!