Same-Day Implants: When They Actually Work
'Teeth in a day' is real for selected cases. Here's who qualifies.
Dr. Ahmed Al-Rashid
Medical Director
Ideal candidates
- Adequate primary stability at surgery
- Healthy systemic condition
- Non-smoker
- Willing to follow soft diet 8 weeks
Not ideal
- Heavy smokers
- Uncontrolled diabetes
- Poor bone quality
- Extensive grafting required
What 'same day' means
- Temporary teeth placed within 24 hours
- Final teeth 3–4 months later
- During that time, strict diet compliance
Success rate
94–96% in selected cases. Slightly lower than delayed loading in poor candidates.
Cost premium
Usually 15–25% more than conventional protocol.
References
- International Congress of Oral Implantologists
Referenced sources
- International Congress of Oral Implantologists
Medical disclaimer. This article is informational and does not replace professional clinical advice. For a plan specific to your situation, book a consultation with a Paradise Dental specialist.
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