
What is a Teeth in a Day?
Teeth in a Day is an innovative form of oral surgery that involves the use of supported dentures. Rather than replacing each tooth with an individual dental implant or waiting months for a denture, Teeth in a Day involves only four to six implants, which are used to support a full-arch denture. Implants are placed strategically where the bone is stronger; typically that is the back of the jaw. In this way, they are very similar to All-in-4 treatment. However, with Teeth in a Day, you don’t have to be without teeth for even a day because we will provide you with temporary dentures the day you get your implants. Once your implants have been fully integrated with your jawbone, you will receive a permanent and stronger prosthetic, which will be a better, more effective, and permanent alternative to traditional dentures. Teeth in a Day is also known as Dental Implants in One Day or DIEM and can replace both missing and severely damaged teeth.
Advantages of Teeth in a Day
Teeth in a Day have several benefits over dentures and even other implant supported denture techniques:
• | They are a fixed, more secure, and permanent replacement for dentures. |
• | You can have a full set of teeth on the same day you have teeth extraction (if needed) and get your implants emplaced. |
• | Teeth in a Day involves a lower number of dental appointments, thereby saving your time and money. |
• | Only four to six implants are used to support a whole arch of teeth, which is less invasive and may be more affordable than getting an individual implant for every tooth. |
• | Teeth in a Day are cleaned and maintained just like your regular teeth. |
• | They are also very comfortable as they do not cause sores in the mouth or slip while you are eating or speaking. |
• | Since the implants are tilted at an angle, this procedure can use longer implants, which increases stability, hence reducing the need for jawbone grafts. |
Am I A Good Candidate For Teeth in a Day?
Fortunately, most people can be good candidates for Teeth in a Day. These include:
• | People who have generally good oral health. |
• | People who do not have a medical condition, which interferes with osseointegration (fusion of the implant with the jawbone). |
• | People who exercise good oral care. |
• | People who do not smoke, chew tobacco, or consume excessive alcohol. |
• | People who do not have periodontal disease. You will need to treat it first before getting this oral surgery. |
• | People who are edentulous (completely without teeth). |
• | People who want fixed, comfortable, and natural-looking teeth while they are getting treatment. |
• | People who don’t want to wear dentures or dental bridges. |
If you have a lot of missing teeth, severely diseased teeth, or have long-term dental issues, Teeth in a Day may be a good option for you. We recommend you set up an appointment with us by calling us at (206)284-4505 so that we can see if you are a good candidate for Teeth in a Day.