Step 1: Examination & Treatment Planning
The dentist conducts a comprehensive oral exam, assessing the missing tooth site, gum tissue, and bite. A 3D Cone Beam CT scan is then taken to evaluate jawbone volume, height, and adjacent anatomical structures.
Using these clinical insights, the dentist determines the optimal implant position, size, and angulation to design a tailored treatment plan. If the jawbone lacks sufficient volume, adjunctive procedures such as bone grafting or sinus lifting may be indicated.
Step 2: Implant Placement
Estimated duration: 20 minutes per implant (for straightforward cases)
Inserted into the jawbone at the precisely planned site, the implant post replaces the missing tooth root, establishing a durable anchor for the future restoration.
Depending on case complexity, surgery is performed under local anesthesia, conscious sedation, or general anesthesia. Worldwide Dental Hospital offers advanced sedation and general anesthesia led by a dedicated surgical team – ideal for complex full-arch rehabilitations or multi-procedure treatments in a single visit.
Operating time may vary if multiple implants are placed or combined with bone grafts, sinus lifts, or other adjunctive procedures.
Step 3: Healing & Osseointegration
Estimated duration: 3 to 6 months
Following placement, the implant requires time to integrate securely with the jawbone. During this period, the dentist monitors healing and provides tailored guidance on oral hygiene, diet, and surgical site care.
Osseointegration times vary depending on bone quality and implant location, individual healing capacity, any adjunctive procedures, and the chosen implant surface technology.
Step 4: Restoration Placement & Completion
Once the implant has successfully integrated, digital scans or impressions are taken to craft the custom restoration. The restoration is meticulously checked for fit, contours, aesthetics, and bite alignment before final delivery.
Following treatment, patients receive detailed home-care guidance and a schedule for periodic check-ups to monitor gum tissue, implant stability, and the restoration.
Note: The timeline above is an estimate. Your overall treatment duration depends on your jawbone condition, the number of implants, individual biological response, and whether adjunctive procedures – such as bone grafting or sinus lifts – are required. A specific timeline will be confirmed following your clinical examination and diagnostic imaging.