In this article, we explain how immediate load dental implants work in our clinics and how you can achieve a fixed smile on the same day, with all the necessary advantages and care.
At Get Smile, we know that many people dream of restoring their smile quickly, safely and permanently. Thanks to instant charging technology, today it is possible to put dental implants in Lisbon and leave on the same day with fixed teeth and a renewed smile.
In this article, we will explain step by step how this treatment works, so you understand exactly what to expect.
What is immediate loading?
Immediate loading is an advanced implantology technique that allows implants and fixed prostheses to be placed on the same day as the surgery.
Unlike the traditional method, which requires several months between implant placement and prosthesis fitting, here function and aesthetics are restored immediately.
Step-by-step treatment
1. Initial assessment and digital planning
Before any intervention, we carry out:
- Detailed clinical examination
- 3D CT scan to assess bone quality and quantity
- Digital planning of the smile and the exact position of the implants
Objective: Ensure precision and predict the final result even before the surgery begins.
2. Preparation and anaesthesia
On the day of the procedure, the patient is welcomed into an operating theatre equipped with state-of-the-art technology.
- Local anaesthesia ensures that you will not feel any pain.
- In specific cases, conscious sedation may be used for greater comfort.
3. Placement of dental implants
The implantologist strategically positions the implants in the bone, according to the digital planning.
- Generally, between 4 and 6 implants support the entire fixed prosthesis of the arch.
- Minimally invasive technology is used to preserve tissue.
4. Fixing the temporary prosthesis on the same day
Here is the big difference: on the same day, a temporary fixed prosthesis is placed on the implants.
- It is now possible to smile, speak and chew soft foods.
- Aesthetics are immediately restored
5. Healing period
Over the next 3 to 6 months, the implants integrate into the bone (osseointegration process).
- The patient keeps the temporary prosthesis.
- Follow-up consultations are conducted to adjust and ensure stability.
6. Placement of the permanent prosthesis
After healing, the final prosthesis is produced in the laboratory using highly resistant materials with a natural appearance.
- It can be made of ceramic, zirconia or reinforced acrylic.
- It is customised to match the patient's smile and facial shape.
Advantages of Immediate Load Dental Implants
✔️ A renewed smile on the same day
✔️ Faster and more comfortable recovery
✔️ Fewer trips to the clinic
✔️ Immediate aesthetics and function
Who can perform immediate load implants?
This technique is recommended for:
- Patients who have lost all teeth in one arch
- People with severely damaged teeth that need to be completely extracted
- Patients with good oral and bone health (assessed during consultation)
⚠️ Not all cases are eligible. It is essential to have a personalised assessment at Get Smile to confirm feasibility.
"Every dental implant I place is not just to replace a tooth, but to give the patient back the confidence to smile every day." - Dr Carlos Salvador
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