What are immediate loading implants?
In conventional treatment we wait for the implant to integrate with the bone before fitting the teeth. With immediate loading, we fix a temporary prosthesis onto the implant on the day of the procedure or within 48 hours.
This means you can eat, speak and smile with confidence while the implant integrates. After about 3 or 4 months, we replace the temporary with the permanent prosthesis.
When is it possible?
Immediate loading requires the implant to be stable from the very start. That is why we study every case with CBCT and an intraoral scanner and plan it with guided surgery. It is usually suitable for:
- Replacing a tooth lost in an accident or fracture, especially in the visible area.
- Patients who are about to lose their remaining teeth and do not want to go without teeth.
- Full-arch rehabilitation on several implants.
Advantages
- Fixed temporary teeth in under 48 hours.
- You can chew, speak and smile normally from the start.
- Fewer visits and a more comfortable recovery thanks to guided surgery.
Frequently asked questions
Can everyone have immediate loading implants?
Not in every case. It depends on the amount and quality of bone and on how stable the implant is. The 3D study tells us whether you are a candidate or whether the conventional technique is better.
Can I eat normally with the temporary teeth?
For the first few weeks we recommend a soft diet and avoiding biting hard foods with the treated area, so as not to compromise the implant's integration.
Is the temporary prosthesis fixed?
Yes. The temporary prosthesis is fixed to the implant and is not removed at home. We replace it with the permanent one once the implant has integrated.