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How long does implantation of a tooth take?

Prof Mahesh Verma
Director-Principal,
Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences,
New Delhi

Q: Q. I am a 28 years old male and lost my front tooth. The doctor has suggested a bridge or implantation. I can’t afford so much time for the maintenance of my single tooth due to my working schedule. How much time does implantation of tooth take?

A:Bridge would be faster and would require just two appointments but involve preping of the adjoining teeth however implantation is more contemporary and no preping of teeth required.Till the site is ready for final placement of crown one can wear temporary denture and both procedures would not require too much of clinical time.