Immediate Implants

ORAL HEALTH

One Visit, One Extraction, One Implant

Immediate implants let you skip the waiting: your damaged tooth is removed and the implant is placed into the same socket, on the same day — preserving bone, saving time, and getting you closer to a finished smile faster.

  • Skip the months-long gap between extraction and implant placement
  • Preserve natural bone contour and gum shape right after tooth loss
  • Reduce the total number of surgical visits
  • Often leave with a temporary tooth the same day
  • Shorten your overall treatment timeline significantly
  • Minimize the discomfort of living with a missing tooth

Why Timing Matters So Much in Implant Dentistry

Most people assume implants always follow the same path: pull the tooth, wait months for the socket to heal, then place the implant into solid bone. That’s the conventional approach, and it’s still the right choice in many cases.

But waiting has a cost. The moment a tooth is extracted, the jawbone that used to support it starts to resorb — it can lose up to 25% of its width in the first year alone. The gum tissue around the socket also begins to collapse inward. By the time a conventionally-timed implant is placed months later, some of that lost volume may need to be rebuilt with grafting before the implant can even go in.

Immediate implant placement interrupts this process before it starts. By placing the implant into the socket right after extraction, the implant itself helps hold the bone and gum tissue in their natural position — often avoiding the need for separate bone grafting altogether.

ANATOMY

How Immediate Implants Work

01

Extraction

The damaged or infected tooth is carefully removed, taking care to preserve as much of the surrounding bone and gum tissue as possible.

02

Site Preparation

The socket is cleaned and assessed. In cases with infection or a thin bony wall, small adjustments or a minor graft may be placed alongside the implant for extra support.

03

Immediate Placement

A titanium implant is placed directly into the fresh extraction socket, angled and positioned using the remaining bone walls as a natural guide.

04

Primary Stability

If the implant achieves enough initial stability, a temporary crown can often be attached the same day — so you don’t leave with a visible gap.

WHICH SYSTEM FITS YOUR CASE

Implant Systems Suited for Immediate Placement

Not every implant design is well suited to being placed into a fresh extraction socket. We select from several premium systems based on your bone quality and the site involved.

Nobel Active

A tapered body and aggressive thread design that condenses bone as it’s inserted, giving strong initial stability even in compromised or freshly-extracted sockets — one of the most widely used systems for immediate placement.

Straumann SLActive

Straumann’s SLActive surface technology is engineered for faster osseointegration, which can shorten the healing window between temporary and final restoration.

Hahn™ Tapered System

A deep, sharp-threaded tapered design with a strong published success rate, offering a cost-effective alternative for suitable immediate-placement cases.

Your dentist will recommend the system best matched to your bone density, socket condition, and treatment goals.

ADVANTAGES

Benefits of Immediate Implants

Fewer Surgical Visits

Combines extraction and implant placement into a single appointment.

Better Bone Preservation

Placing the implant right away helps maintain the natural bone contour that would otherwise begin shrinking.

Faster Overall Timeline

Cuts out the 3–6 month waiting period required before conventional implant placement.

More Natural Gum Aesthetics

Supports the gum tissue in its original shape, reducing the “collapsed” look that can follow tooth loss.

Same-Day Temporary Tooth

In many cases, you may leave the same day with a functional, natural-looking temporary crown.

Fewer Total Procedures

Reduces the cumulative time, cost, and recovery associated with multiple separate surgeries.

IMMEDIATE VS. CONVENTIONAL

Which Approach Is Right for You?

Immediate Implant Conventional Implant
Timing Placed same day as extraction Placed 3–6 months after extraction
Number of surgeries Often just one Extraction, then a separate implant surgery
Bone preservation Helps maintain natural bone volume Some bone loss occurs during healing wait
Best suited for Healthy socket walls, no active infection Infected sites, thin bone, or complex cases
Temporary tooth Often possible same day Placed after implant integration

Neither approach is universally “better” — the right choice depends entirely on the condition of your tooth, gum, and bone at the time of extraction.

EVALUATION

Are You a Candidate?

You may be a good candidate for an immediate implant if you:

  • Have a tooth that needs extraction but no active, spreading infection at the site
  • Have healthy, intact bone walls surrounding the socket
  • Have adequate bone volume and density to achieve implant stability at placement
  • Are in good general health with no conditions that impair healing
  • Do not smoke, or are willing to pause during the healing period

Immediate implants are not suitable for every situation — active infection, severely thin bone walls, or certain medical conditions may mean a conventional, staged approach is safer and more predictable. Your dentist will confirm suitability with a clinical exam and 3D imaging.

RISKS TO UNDERSTAND

Important Considerations

Like any dental procedure, immediate implants carry some risks worth understanding before treatment:

  • Incomplete integration: if the implant is placed into bone that isn’t dense or stable enough, it may not fuse properly with the jawbone.
  • Infection at the site: extra care is needed when placing an implant into a socket, especially if any infection was present before extraction.
  • Early loading risk: a temporary crown placed the same day must be carefully designed to avoid excessive force on the healing implant.
  • Not guaranteed for every tooth: some sockets, especially in areas with thin bone walls, are better suited to the conventional, staged approach.

A thorough evaluation with 3D CBCT imaging helps determine whether the immediate approach is the safest and most predictable option for your specific tooth.

STEP-BY-STEP

Our Treatment Process

01

Consultation & Imaging

3D CBCT imaging and a clinical exam assess bone quality, socket condition, and whether immediate placement is appropriate for your case.

02

Extraction & Placement

The compromised tooth is gently extracted and the implant is placed into the socket in the same appointment, using computer-guided planning for precision.

03

Temporary Restoration

If sufficient stability is achieved, a temporary crown may be attached the same day so you leave with a functional tooth.

04

Healing & Integration

Over the following months, the implant fully integrates with the surrounding bone — monitored through scheduled follow-up visits.

05

Final Restoration

Once healing is complete, a custom-crafted final crown replaces the temporary one for a natural, long-lasting result.

ABOUT US

Why Choose Worldwide Dental Hospital?

Excellence Without Borders
We combine advanced technology, experienced specialists, and exceptional hospitality.

  • Experienced implant specialists
  • International treatment standards
  • Premium implant systems (Nobel Biocare, Straumann, Hahn)
  • Multilingual support for international patients
  • Transparent treatment planning
  • Long-term follow-up care

Advanced Technology

  • 3D CBCT Imaging
  • Digital Smile Design
  • Computer-Guided Implant Surgery
  • Intraoral Scanner
  • CAD/CAM Crown Fabrication
  • Digital Occlusion Analysis

Strict Safety & Sterilization

We utilize modern dental technology to improve precision and patient comfort while maintaining strict sterilization protocols that meet international standards.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Got Questions?
We’ve Got Answers

Aftercare tips after an immediate implant:

  • Stick to soft foods for the first 1–2 weeks
  • Avoid chewing directly on the temporary crown if instructed
  • Keep the site clean with gentle brushing and prescribed rinses
  • Avoid smoking, which significantly raises the risk of implant failure
  • Attend all scheduled follow-up visits to monitor integration

When a good candidate is selected and the procedure is done correctly, long-term success rates for immediate implants are comparable to conventional implants.

Often, yes — if the implant achieves enough initial stability. In some cases, your dentist may recommend a short healing period before attaching even a temporary crown, for safety.

That’s common, and it isn’t a setback — a conventional, staged implant approach is still highly predictable and may simply require a short healing period first.

Pricing is generally similar since the same implant is used — the main difference is timing and the number of appointments, which can actually reduce overall visit-related costs.

Typically 3–6 months after placement, once the implant has fully integrated with the surrounding bone.

GET STARTED TODAY

Ready to Restore Your Smile?

If you’re facing a tooth extraction, you may not need to wait months for your implant. Immediate placement could let you walk out the same day with a functional new tooth.

Book your consultation today and find out if you’re a candidate for immediate implant placement.

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