Losing a tooth is stressful enough. The idea of leaving the same appointment with a replacement already in place sounds almost too good to be true.
Fewer visits, less time with a visible gap, and a faster path back to normal life are all compelling reasons to explore this option.
Same day dental implants are a real option for many people, but not the right fit for everyone. This page walks through how the process works and what makes someone a realistic candidate.
How Same Day Implant Placement Works
When your gum tissue and surrounding bone are healthy enough at the time of extraction, implant placement can happen during that same visit. You do not need to wait months for the site to heal before moving forward.
Computer-guided planning software allows our oral surgeons to map the implant position before surgery begins. That preparation supports precise placement and removes guesswork during the procedure.
A temporary tooth is typically attached the same day so you leave with something functional and natural-looking. That temporary restoration is not the final result. The implant still needs time to bond with the jawbone, and your final restoration is placed once that process is complete. Depending on your case, that healing period can take several months.
Long-term success depends on how well the implant bonds with the bone, which is why the surgical setup matters as much as the day-of outcome.
Who Same Day Implants Work Best For
The answer comes down to bone quality and gum health at the moment of extraction. If the site lacks adequate bone volume or the tissue is compromised, same-day placement is not the right approach.
This option can work for a single tooth or as part of a full-arch replacement plan, depending on what you need and what the clinical findings support. The range of applications is broader than many people expect.
A consultation is the only reliable way to know whether same-day placement is realistic for your case. Imaging, a clinical exam, and a review of your overall health all factor into that determination.
Coverage varies by individual policy, so it is worth checking with your insurance provider. Third-party financing through programs like CareCredit and Cherry is also available if you want to spread the cost over time. We will go over what is available at your consultation.
Why Choose Utah Facial and Oral Surgery
Dr. Christopher Price, Dr. Nathan Adams, and Dr. Michael Gladwell each hold dual medical and dental degrees, bringing both surgical and dental training to every implant case they evaluate. Dr. Adams and Dr. Gladwell completed their training at the Mayo Clinic, a level of preparation uncommon in private oral surgery practice.
That combination across an entire surgical team is rare.
Utah Facial and Oral Surgery serves patients across Salt Lake City, South Jordan, and Lehi. Contact us to schedule a consultation and get a clear answer based on your specific situation.
