Healing of wound and bone.

The gum normally heals quickly and painlessly. The sutures can normally be removed two weeks after the operation.
During the bone healing phase new bone cells are deposited all over the implants. DENTSPLY Friadent implants have a unique special microrough and cell-bonding surface structure. This means that the implants are gradually surrounded by bone. This process takes four to six months in the upper jaw. The bone in the lower jaw is harder, so the healing process is completed after only three to four months. During this period you will wear an accurately fitted temporary denture, which will be virtually identical to your natural teeth. With some care you will be able to eat quite normally.

Implant uncovery. Placement of the crown or bridge.

Once the implants are securely in position and healed, the gum above the implants is carefully opened again. Your implantologist places gingiva formers on the implants. They shape the gum over about two weeks so it will be in close contact with the subsequent crowns – so they will look perfectly natural and there will be no visible gaps. Then an impression of your jaw is taken. The impression forms the template for fabrication of your crown or bridge. The implantologist will then replace the temporary denture.
After two weeks it is time for the next step. The gingiva formers are removed and the final restoration – crowns or bridge – is placed. The restoration is screwed tightly and securely to the implant – indistinguishable from your natural teeth.

Exception for immediate loading.

However, if the dentist finds that your bone situation meets the requirements, immediate loading of the implants is also possible. A standard temporary denture covers the gap exactly and with the same appearance until the final restoration. You will have fixed, natural looking teeth again on the same day. Ask your dentist about this option.