Complete dental implant process: Consultation to final smile
Whether you’re replacing a single tooth or restoring your full smile, learn about the dental implant process at ClearChoice with this step-to-step overview.
What is the dental implant process?
The dental implant process is a coordinated treatment that replaces missing or failing teeth with a stable, long-term solution.
At ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, your care is delivered under one roof by a dedicated team of specialists. That means imaging, diagnosis, surgery, and final restoration all happen in a single location, helping streamline care and reduce delays.
While the process is personalized to each patient, most treatment plans follow a similar path:
Initial consultation and diagnostics
Custom treatment planning
Surgical implant placement
Healing and osseointegration
Final restoration
Whether you’re getting a single dental implant or replacing all your teeth with full-arch implants, the general process starts with your free consultation. From there, healing time, number of appointments, and prosthetic design may vary.
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General timeline for dental implants
While every dental implant journey is unique, most patients complete the process in several steps over the course of several months. The total timeline depends on the type of prosthesis, your healing response, and whether any additional procedures are needed.
An overview of what to expect:
At your initial consultation, we’ll talk about your treatment plan and take you through our Smile Design simulator. Our advanced digital technology lets you preview your new smile.
After your surgery, you’ll leave with a set of secured teeth while you heal from surgery. This gives you a chance to test-drive your smile and make any changes you’d like. Then we’ll fit your final prosthesis and continue to be a partner with follow-up care.
Number of appointments
The number of appointments required will depend on your specific treatment plan and how your body responds to healing. Some patients complete their journey with fewer visits, while others may need additional appointments for planning, fitting, or follow-up care.
Your ClearChoice care team will walk you through the expected schedule for your case and help coordinate all your visits from start to finish.
A single tooth implant might involve fewer appointments and a shorter timeline.
A fixed full-mouth or full-arch implant procedure may require more visits for planning, fitting, and adjustments.
Implant-supported dentures often involve a two-stage surgical process with healing in-between.
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Why patients choose ClearChoice
Choosing dental implants is a significant decision, and so is choosing who provides them. ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers are designed to make the process simpler, more supportive, and more efficient for patients seeking implant treatment of any kind.
Here’s what sets the ClearChoice experience apart:
All-in-one care
Everything happens in one location, from 3D imaging and diagnostics to surgery, provisional teeth, and final prosthesis for expert, coordinated care, without having to shuttle between offices or manage multiple providers.
Specialized providers
Your care team typically includes a prosthodontist, oral surgeon, and lab technician who collaborate to plan your case, place the implants, and craft your teeth for a seamless experience.
Customized solutions
Whether you need one implant, multiple implants, a stabilized implant-supported denture, or fixed full-mouth implant prostheses, your treatment is built around your goals and clinical needs.
Transparent pricing
ClearChoice offers all-inclusive pricing, so you’ll know what to expect without unexpected costs. Third-party financing options may also be available to help make payments more manageable.
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Dental implant process FAQs
Do all patients receive temporary teeth right away?
Normally, but not always. Most patients leave surgery with a provisional prosthesis or crown, while others may need to wait for healing before a prosthesis is placed. This decision depends on factors like bone stability, implant placement, and the type of restoration planned.
How does the process differ between single tooth, full mouth, and implant dentures?
All treatments follow similar overall stages, but the complexity of each case can vary. Single-tooth implants are typically more straightforward, with a more localized treatment area. Fixed full-mouth implant prostheses and implant-supported dentures can require more extensive planning, surgical coordination, and follow-up to support the larger scope of the treatment area. Your ClearChoice doctor will help you understand what to expect in your case.
Will I need extractions or a bone graft before getting implants?
Possibly. If your remaining teeth are not viable or your bone quality is low, your team may recommend extractions or grafting to prepare the area. For implant-supported dentures or fixed full-mouth implant treatment, extractions and bone graft may be done at the same surgery. These steps help increase the chances of long-term success with your implants.
Do I have to see multiple providers during treatment?
No. ClearChoice delivers the full implant process, from imaging to final prosthesis, within one center. That means fewer appointments, less back-and-forth, and one coordinated care team focused on your outcome.
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