The Dental Implant Procedure: Timeline & Preparation

When patients ask about the dental implant procedure in Lansdale, they often want to know the overall treatment timeline. What can you expect from the first visit to the day they walk out with a new smile?

Because an implant replaces the entire root and crown of a tooth, the procedure unfolds in clear stages that give your body time to heal.  

At Kessler Dental, we keep your implant timeline completely transparent so you know what to expect and how to plan. Here is how the complete treatment plan breaks down.

Phase 1: Preparation 

We always start by evaluating your tooth replacement needs and oral health. Then we determine whether any preparatory work is needed. For example, if we need to remove the tooth or rebuild the jawbone first, we start there. An implant needs a stable foundation, so we make sure your jawbone is thick enough. 

Phase 2: Post Placement and Osseointegration

When it’s time to place the implant, we first numb your mouth. Then, we insert the implant, which takes under an hour per post. Afterward, a three- to six-month healing period allows your bone tissue to lock around the post. We can place a temporary replacement tooth to keep your smile intact while your jaw heals. 

Phase 3: Final Crown Placement

Once your implant post has fully fused with the bone, we can install the final restoration. We connect a specialized abutment to the post, then place the final crown restoration. Your new replacement tooth will match the rest of your smile! 

Plan Your Complete Smile Transformation

Knowing what happens at each phase of the implant procedure helps you plan your schedule. Our team at Kessler Dental aims to help you start the implant process with total confidence.

Ready for a clear implant consultation in Lansdale? Call Kessler Dental today at 215-855-3383 to schedule your appointment!