Teeth in an Hour
Teeth-In-An-Hour™ is an advanced dental implant technique that allows patients to receive a fully functional set of teeth in a single procedure. Unlike traditional implant approaches that require multiple stages over several months, this method uses detailed digital planning and guided surgery to streamline the entire process—often completing implant placement and attaching a prosthesis in about one visit.
This technology, developed by Nobel Biocare, relies on close collaboration between the restorative doctor and the oral surgeon. Using a 3D CT scan of your jaw, we create a digital model that allows us to virtually plan your implant placement in advance. This means we can determine the ideal position of each implant before your procedure even begins. A custom guide is then used during surgery to ensure the implants are placed exactly as planned.
Key Benefits of Teeth in an Hour
- Allows for implant placement and teeth restoration in a single visit
- Reduces overall treatment time compared to traditional implant methods
- Uses precise, computer-guided technology for accurate implant placement
- Minimally invasive approach without the need for large incisions or flap reflection
- Decreases postoperative discomfort, swelling, and bruising
- Enables faster return to normal daily activities
Improves collaboration between surgical and restorative providers - Provides immediate improvement in function, aesthetics, and confidence
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The Evaluation Stage
The process begins with a comprehensive evaluation, including a detailed clinical exam and a 3D CT scan of your jaw. This imaging allows us to create a highly accurate digital model of your bone structure. Using advanced planning software, we can virtually place the implants in ideal positions before your procedure, ensuring both safety and precision.
We will also evaluate your overall oral health, bone quality, and treatment goals to determine if Teeth-In-An-Hour™ is the right option for you.
Good Candidates for Teeth in an Hour
Candidates typically have sufficient bone volume to support implants and are in good overall health. This technique is ideal for patients seeking a faster, more efficient solution for missing teeth. However, certain conditions, such as significant bone loss, may require additional procedures before implant placement.
A thorough evaluation will determine whether this approach is appropriate for your specific needs.
The Treatment Process
Once your treatment is digitally planned, a custom surgical guide is created to direct precise implant placement. During the procedure, implants are placed using a minimally invasive, guided technique that often does not require traditional gum flap surgery.
Because the implant positions are pre-planned, a temporary or final prosthesis can often be secured the same day. This allows you to leave the office with functional teeth immediately after the procedure.
Differences between traditional dental implants and teeth in an hour
Recovery and Aftercare
Due to the minimally invasive nature of the procedure, most patients experience less discomfort, swelling, and bruising compared to traditional implant surgery. Many patients are able to return to normal daily activities within 24 hours.
You will receive detailed post-operative instructions, which may include a modified diet and guidelines for maintaining oral hygiene while healing occurs. Follow-up visits will be scheduled to monitor healing and ensure long-term success of the implants.