What is same-day placement after extraction?

It is a method in which the implant is placed in the same spot on the same day the tooth is extracted. It is not possible in every case, and we decide whether it is possible after checking your condition.

When can it be considered?

Same-day placement after extraction can be considered when all of the following conditions are confirmed.

• There is no inflammation at the site of the extraction
• Enough bone remains
• There is a safe distance from the nerve

What if the conditions are not met?

If the conditions are not met, placing the implant after the bone has healed usually gives a more stable result. In this case we wait for the healing period after extraction and then place the implant, and after an examination we explain whether it is possible and how we would proceed.

Is a bone graft sometimes done at the same time?

Even with placement right after extraction, a bone graft is sometimes done at the same time to fill the empty space. It is not needed in every case; it is decided by the amount and shape of bone where the implant will be placed, and we explain whether it is needed after a CT diagnosis. For details, see our bone graft and sinus lift guide.

How can I find out whether it is possible?

We decide after checking the amount and shape of bone and the distance from the nerve with a detailed assessment, including a CT scan. Even for the same area, each person's condition is different, so it is difficult to know whether it is possible from a phone call or online inquiry alone.

What we check before extraction

Our principle at Gangbuk Baeksang Dental Clinic is to keep your natural teeth wherever possible, so before extraction we first check whether the tooth can be saved, for example with a root canal. When extraction is really necessary, we make the implant plan together.

How long does it take, and what does it cost?

An implant proceeds in the order of placement, a healing (osseointegration) period while it bonds with the bone, and then fitting of the prosthesis, which usually takes several months. We explain the exact period and cost after a detailed assessment, including a CT scan, and a consultation. For details, see our implant process and timeline guide and implant cost guide.