Dental Implants
Same-day implant placement with a fixed set of teeth in a single visit.
Dental Implants
Patients who are missing all (or the majority) of their teeth or are unsatisfied with their dentures may be good candidates for Teeth-in-a-Day. This treatment uses dental implants to support a temporary full-arch restoration that can often be placed on the same day as the implants.
Along with the impact missing teeth can have on an individual’s self-esteem and self-confidence, there are numerous health issues that can develop when a tooth or teeth are not replaced over time, including:
Teeth-in-a-Day is a safe, effective, and precise dental implant procedure that will restore patients' natural smile in a fast and cost-effective manner. At Precision Periodontics and Implant Dentistry, our specialty-trained periodontists our specialty-trained periodontists have years of experience treating a wide range of stages of gum disease and placing dental implants. To learn more about Teeth-in-a-Day, our clinic facilities, or to schedule an appointment for a procedure, contact our Alexandria, VA office at (703) 823-2422 or our Washington, D.C. office at (202) 296-3360.
The Procedure
Here's what your teeth-in-a-day treatment looks like, step by step.
Prior to performing the procedure, we will conduct a 3D scan of your teeth, gums, and jaw to develop a detailed view of your mouth structures and jawbone contours. This will allow us to determine the optimal location to place your implants. This initial scan will also allow us to determine whether a bone graft or augmentation for your jawbone is necessary.
If it is determined that you are a viable candidate for Teeth-in-a-Day, your procedure will be scheduled. In some cases, patients will need to have a tooth extracted prior to the implants being placed. Prior to the procedure, you will be given a local anesthetic and dental sedation if necessary. Our clinic offers a range of dental sedation options, including oral sedation, nitrous oxide, and IV sedation. Once you are properly numbed, your periodontist will secure the titanium posts that will anchor your dentures into your jaw. Each of the four or six posts will be strategically placed at a 45-degree angle. Tilting the implants in this manner ensures that the nerve canal and sinus cavity are not damaged and increases the strength and stability of your implant.
Once these posts are properly positioned, a set of temporary dentures that have been customized to your specific mouth will be placed. These temporary dentures will be worn throughout the healing process. Once the titanium posts have fused with your jawbone, your implant-supported dentures will be placed, and your treatment will be complete.
There are a range of benefits associated with Teeth-in-a-Day, including the following:
Recovery & Aftercare
Following your Teeth-in-a-Day procedure, it is important to be cautious during the initial healing stage. You should plan on sticking to a soft food diet for the first two weeks, after which you can begin to slowly reintroduce harder foods.
Once you have completed the recovery process, it will not be necessary to follow special aftercare instructions, although it is important to be aware of the reason this procedure was needed in the first place. Continue practicing good daily oral hygiene practices. Brush and floss twice daily, and schedule regular visits to your periodontist to ensure that your teeth receive regular professional cleanings, which will reduce your risk of developing gingivitis or periodontitis. If you follow these best practices, you will enjoy a bright and healthy smile for many years to come.
Frequently Asked
Most Teeth-in-a-Day patients report leaving the office the same day with a functioning fixed set of teeth and being genuinely surprised by how quickly they can return to normal activities. Common feedback centers on three themes: eating a much wider range of foods within a few weeks, no longer worrying about a denture shifting during meals or conversation, and a boost in confidence when smiling. Because the temporary prosthesis is placed the same day the implants are, patients also note they never had to go through a period of being without teeth. Individual healing timelines vary, so we walk each patient through what to expect based on their specific case at consultation.
All-on-Four is the implant protocol that makes Teeth-in-a-Day possible for a full arch. Four strategically placed implants — typically two straight in the front and two angled in the back — are enough to anchor a fixed, non-removable prosthesis the same day surgery is performed. That's why we bundle these as one treatment path: the All-on-Four foundation lets us screw a full temporary bridge onto the implants at the initial appointment, so you leave with functional teeth. The final permanent prosthesis is placed later after healing. If you're a candidate, this approach avoids the traditional wait of several months without teeth.
For a same-day Teeth-in-a-Day case, the choice between four or six implants comes down to your available bone and how much support the prosthesis will need long-term. All-on-Four uses two vertical front implants and two angled rear implants; the angulation captures more available bone without needing sinus grafts, which is often what makes the same-day protocol feasible. All-on-Six adds two more implants for extra distribution of chewing forces, generally used when there's adequate bone throughout the arch and the patient has a heavy bite or specific mechanical needs. Both work with the same-day-teeth workflow, but All-on-Four remains the most common choice because it delivers a stable, immediate-load result with fewer surgical sites.
Cost & Payment
The cost of having Teeth-in-a-Day dental implants placed will depend on a variety of factors, including your dental insurance plan, whether or not additional procedures are required, the severity of your case, and what type of dental sedation (if any) is used. Teeth-in-a-Day is a cost-effective alternative to the traditional method of placing several implants and having patients wear dentures while waiting for their implants to heal. The price of the procedure includes surgery, implants, anesthesiologist fees, and dental lab work.
At Precision Periodontics and Implant Dentistry, we are committed to ensuring that money is not a deterrent to our patients receiving the optimal dental health care they deserve. For this reason, we offer a range of payment options regardless of what type of treatment you are having, which our staff will be happy to explain and assist with. Our office insurance coordinators work with other insurance companies to assist patients with their claims.
For your convenience, Precision Periodontics and Implant Dentistry accepts cash, check, debit, and credit cards (Mastercard, American Express, Visa, and Discover). Our clinic also accepts GreenSky Patient Solutions, a financing option for procedures and treatments not typically covered by insurance or when insurance does not cover the entire cost. We are happy to provide an application in our office. You can find out more information about this service at https://www.greensky.com/patient-faq/.
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