{"id":251,"date":"2024-05-10T14:08:53","date_gmt":"2024-05-10T14:08:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nelsondentalcarela.com\/blog\/?p=251"},"modified":"2024-05-10T14:08:54","modified_gmt":"2024-05-10T14:08:54","slug":"dental-implants-after-tooth-extraction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nelsondentalcarela.com\/blog\/2024\/05\/10\/dental-implants-after-tooth-extraction\/","title":{"rendered":"When Can You Get Dental Implants After a Tooth Extraction?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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When saving a tooth is no longer an option, you may be able to have it replaced with a lifelike, durable dental implant. But if the tooth in question is still in your mouth, it will need to be extracted<\/a> before you can begin the dental implant process. Just how long will you need to wait after your tooth extraction before you can have a dental implant placed? Here\u2019s a brief overview of what you can expect.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

After Your Tooth Extraction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After your tooth has been removed, you will typically need to give your mouth a chance to heal. The waiting period will normally be around 10 weeks. Your dental implant surgery can be scheduled once your mouth is ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind, though, that not all cases are the same. Some patients can receive dental implants on the same day as their tooth extraction, completely eliminating the need for a waiting period. Factors such as your overall oral health and the tooth that was removed can affect your candidacy for immediate dental implant placement. Your oral surgeon will need to examine your mouth and consider your unique needs before determining whether it\u2019s necessary for you to wait after your tooth extraction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Waiting for Dental Implants is Ultimately Worth It<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even if you\u2019re told that you will need to wait to get dental implants, you shouldn\u2019t let that discourage you. Implants offer many important advantages over other forms of tooth replacement, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n