If you’re preparing to have a tooth removed, it’s natural to start thinking about what comes next. And for many patients at Queensboro Plaza Dental Care in Long Island City, that leads to one important question: Can I get a dental implant the same day the tooth is extracted?
The good news is that in many cases, yes — an implant can be placed immediately after an extraction. But like most things in dentistry, it depends on the details.
Why Timing Matters
Traditionally, replacing a tooth with an implant involved a waiting period after extraction. The tooth would be removed, the area allowed to heal for several months, and then the implant placed. While effective, this approach takes time.
Immediate implant placement skips that waiting period. The implant is placed right after the tooth is taken out, often during the same visit. This can preserve bone, shorten overall healing time, and reduce the number of procedures — but only when conditions are ideal.
What Makes Someone a Good Candidate?
Not every patient or tooth is suited for same-day implant placement. Candidates typically have healthy surrounding bone, no active infection, and stable overall oral health.
Teeth that fail due to fractures or decay — but still sit in strong bone — are often excellent candidates. If infection is present or bone loss is significant, a healing period or bone graft may be recommended first. Every decision is made with long-term success in mind.
What the Procedure Looks Like
Immediate placement is never rushed — it’s carefully planned. Using digital imaging, we evaluate the tooth and surrounding bone before extraction.
The tooth is gently removed with minimal trauma to the surrounding bone. Immediately afterward, the implant — a titanium post that replaces the tooth root — is placed directly into the socket.
In some cases, a temporary crown may be placed so your smile stays intact during healing. The final crown is added once the implant has fully integrated with the bone.
What Makes This Approach So Appealing?
Immediate implant placement offers several benefits, including fewer appointments, reduced surgical downtime, and better preservation of bone and gum tissue.
It also eliminates the long gap of living without a tooth or wearing a removable temporary. With proper planning, patients often leave with a natural-looking solution from day one.
But Sometimes Waiting Is Wiser
There are situations where delaying implant placement is the safest option. Deep infection, insufficient bone support, or complex healing needs may require time before an implant can be placed successfully.
Waiting isn’t a setback — it’s a strategic step toward a stronger, more predictable outcome.
Immediate Dental Implants at Queensboro Plaza Dental Care
At Queensboro Plaza Dental Care, Dr. Michael Nguyen and Dr. Daniel Barayev understand that replacing a tooth isn’t just about filling a space — it’s about restoring confidence, comfort, and long-term health.
If you’re facing a tooth extraction and wondering what comes next, we’re here to help. Call our Long Island City office today to schedule a consultation and find out whether immediate implant placement is right for you.
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