{"id":288,"date":"2022-08-19T07:40:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-19T07:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fresnofamilydental.com\/blog\/?p=288"},"modified":"2022-09-20T07:41:03","modified_gmt":"2022-09-20T07:41:03","slug":"dental-implants-after-tooth-extraction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fresnofamilydental.com\/blog\/dental-implants-after-tooth-extraction\/","title":{"rendered":"After Tooth Extraction, When Can You Get a Dental Implant?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fresnofamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_74128280__1663660266_98394.jpg\" alt=\"A patient receiving dental implants after tooth extraction\" class=\"wp-image-289\" width=\"315\" height=\"210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fresnofamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_74128280__1663660266_98394.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.fresnofamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_74128280__1663660266_98394-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.fresnofamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_74128280__1663660266_98394-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 315px) 100vw, 315px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When you get a tooth pulled, you tend to feel a bit iffy about your smile. After all, the extraction creates a space that doesn\u2019t blend with your other teeth! Most patients would want a replacement tooth as soon as possible. Still, how long should you wait post-removal to get a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fresnofamilydental.com\/dental-implants.html\">dental implant<\/a>? Well, your Fresno dentist is here with the answer. Learn the wait-time for dental implants after tooth extraction and the benefits of treatment in this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long Should You Wait?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that tooth extraction is a major oral surgery. It\u2019s thus best to wait ten weeks after treatment before implant placement. Otherwise, the later procedure could upset things and cause further damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In rare cases, getting a dental implant at the same time as a tooth extraction is possible. However, whether that applies to you will depend on factors like health status, tooth position, and not having an infection. Plus, only an oral surgeon can confirm if you qualify for a reduced waiting time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever your situation, though, don\u2019t delay the implant process too long. Once your tooth is gone, the resulting gap leaves room for surrounding teeth to shift. Left untreated, this shift can lead to tooth loss, jawbone deterioration, and even TMJ issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Benefits of Dental Implants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite their (potentially) extended wait, you can rest assured that dental implants are worth it. They have many advantages, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>They\u2019re Long-Lasting: <\/strong>Unlike dentures or bridges, implants don\u2019t need replacement every few years. When well-maintained, they can last for up to twenty years or so.<\/li><li><strong>They\u2019re Successful: <\/strong>The vast majority of dental implants successfully bond with patients\u2019 jawbones. In fact, the treatment\u2019s long-term success rate stands at 95%!<\/li><li><strong>They Look and Act Natural: <\/strong>Because implants fuse with your jaw, they stay secure and lifelike. As a result, they look and act like natural teeth, restoring your beautiful smile and ability to chew food.<\/li><li><strong>They Prevent Facial Collapse: <\/strong>Implants mimic natural tooth roots by stimulating your jawbone. As a result, they preserve your jaw\u2019s bone tissue and keep your face looking full and young.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s easy to get restless when waiting on a smile restoration. Still, the facts above show that there\u2019s good reason to be patient!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fresnofamilydental.com\/meet-your-dentist.html\">Dr. Byron Reintjes<\/a> is a dentist based in Fresno, CA, having earned his dental doctorate from Brigham Young University. For nearly thirty years, he\u2019s offered patients comprehensive services meant to improve oral health. To that end, his specialties are preventive, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry, as well as emergency dental procedures. He can even perform dental sedation and wisdom tooth removal. Dr. Reintjes currently practices at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fresnofamilydental.com\/\">his self-titled clinic<\/a> and is reachable on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fresnofamilydental.com\/contact.html\">his website<\/a> and by phone at <strong>(559)-438-6684<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you get a tooth pulled, you tend to feel a bit iffy about your smile. After all, the extraction creates a space that doesn\u2019t blend with your other teeth! Most patients would want a replacement tooth as soon as possible. Still, how long should you wait post-removal to get a dental implant? 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