Same-Day Tooth Replacement in Walnut Creek, CA
Receive a Dental Implant Immediately After Tooth Extraction
At Muir Oral, Facial, & Dental Implant Surgery, Dr. Karas and Dr. Williams make it possible for more patients to qualify for implant-based tooth restoration. Dental implants are the healthiest, longest lasting type of tooth replacement and are worth considering after you lose a tooth. There are many types of dental implant treatments available, and Dr. Karas or Dr. Williams will create a treatment plan custom for your individual case.
Same-day dental implants are a wonderful option for patients who are having one or more teeth extracted. With this treatment, Dr. Karas or Dr. Williams insert a dental implant post immediately following extraction at the same visit. If you have an upcoming extraction or need to have a tooth removed, contact us in Walnut Creek, CA, to see if you qualify for same-day dental implants.
Benefits of Immediate Dental Implants
The standard timeline of a traditional dental implant can last up to 12 months, most of which is spent on the implant healing process. You must wait for the tooth socket to heal following extraction, the bone graft to heal if one was placed, and for the implant post to fuse with the jaw bone, which can take 3–6 months of waiting. Immediate implants streamline this process by not requiring you to wait for each component to heal. Other benefits include:
- Only one dental implant procedure is necessary to place the implant post.
- Same-day implants have a high success rate, just like traditional implants.
- You can receive a same-day implant for a single tooth or multiple teeth.
- Enjoy all the health benefits of implants, such as preventing bone loss and dental shifting.
Tooth Replacement Options Following Extraction
For long-term benefits and healthy results, many dental professionals recommend dental implants. With advancements in the dental field, we can help you qualify for implants even if you have previously been told that you are not a candidate. You have many options to consider after having a tooth extracted, including:
- Single Tooth Replacement. One dental implant can restore a missing tooth, including its root and crown, anywhere throughout the mouth. You can receive a dental implant years after an extraction, as long as there is enough jaw bone. If there is not enough jaw bone, we can place a bone graft and later place the implant.
- Same-Day Dental Implants. Completed in one visit, Dr. Karas or Dr. Williams will extract the tooth and place the implant post. You will wear a temporary crown until your permanent crown is ready, just like traditional implant placement.
- Full-Arch Restoration. When many or all teeth need to be extracted, Dr. Karas or Dr. Williams can insert several dental implant posts to support a fixed denture. You will leave the office after one surgical visit with temporary teeth that look and feel like natural teeth. Once the implant posts heal and your final set of teeth is ready, a restorative dentist attaches it to the implants and you will have a fully functioning, healthy, complete smile.
- Implant-Supported Bridge. For multiple teeth missing beside each other, we can place a dental implant that has a bridge attached. This prevents the need to grind down the healthy adjacent teeth to fit a traditional bridge and provides the same benefits of dental implants.
- Dentures. Full or partial dentures restore your smile's appearance, but not its full functionality. These removable options must be taken out during meals and brushing, and many patients find them clunky and embarrassing. There is no stimulation to the jaw bone, leaving you susceptible to jaw bone atrophy.
- No Replacement. By not replacing missing teeth, you may develop speech or eating difficulties, and your other teeth may begin to shift out of alignment. With no root or implant post, the jaw bone beneath will deteriorate over time.
Same-Day Dental Implant Cost in Walnut Creek, CA
The cost of replacing missing teeth with same-day dental implants is slightly different for everyone. The final cost will depend on how many teeth you had extracted, how many implant posts were placed, if you require bone grafts, your choice of anesthesia, and your dental insurance.
Our staff discusses these items with you at the consultation, keeping you informed at every step. If you ever have questions or would like to find out how much it would cost to receive same-day dental implants, please contact our office in Walnut Creek, California, today.
Find Us in Walnut Creek, CA
Muir Oral, Facial, & Dental Implant Surgery is on the east side of Walnut Creek, just off of Ygnacio Valley Rd and La Casa Via. We invite you to schedule a consultation and learn about how dental implants can benefit your smile—and your life.
Patient Testimonials
Hear from our patients about their experiences with Same-Day Tooth Replacement and other procedures.
Dr. Cynthia Stephenson
Walnut Creek
"I really respect and appreciate the fact that Dr. Karas is an MD. He's up-to-date with all the latest techniques, and he's really committed to what he does, and he really is committed to being the best he can be, and it shows in his care. I will continue to refer my patients to Dr. Karas."
"When I first walked into the practice, I felt refreshed. It's a very new and modern environment and everybody was really welcoming at the front desk. Dr. Karas for me from the moment I met him just made me feel like family. Very warm, very professional."
"When I first met Dr. Karas, I was impressed by his knowledge and the fact that he had seen every scenario when it had came to wisdom teeth. I felt very welcomed and like I was in good hands, that he knew he was doing, and he clearly answered all my questions. "
"When I first met Dr. Karas, I was very impressed. He was friendly. He was direct, explained everything that he was going to do before he did it."
"Dr. Karas' staff has always been very professional, very helpful, very welcoming. Dr. Karas is a very open and very friendly doctor. He has been very thorough in his explanations of what he's doing."
"When I first walked into the practice, it was check you in, sit down, and in a few minutes, you're seeing the doctor. Dr. Karas exudes confidence and makes you feel comfortable throughout the entire procedure. Recovery was quick. I, at this point, couldn't even tell you which teeth are implants and which ones aren't implants."
"When I came in here—meeting with the staff and everybody in the office, I knew I had made the right choice. Dr. Karas always gives the explanation that gives confidence to me in what the result will be."
"Dr. Karas, he's an amazing individual, professional, but most of all, a caring person. My procedure, it went well."
" When I first walked into this practice, I felt that I was the most important person in that moment, and that was important to me. Dr. Karas has a way of relating to his patients. I felt comfortable with him in terms of his professionalism and care. The staff explained everything to me and made me feel at ease."
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