For many patients in Littleton and the surrounding Denver metro, leaving a dental office with a new tooth the same day one is removed is genuinely possible. Fewer appointments, less time with a visible gap, and a more straightforward path forward are real advantages when you're already navigating something stressful.
Same day dental implants aren't the right fit for every situation. Whether this approach is realistic depends on factors specific to your mouth, which is exactly what this page breaks down.
How Same Day Implant Placement Works
When a tooth needs to come out and the surrounding bone and tissue are healthy enough, extraction and implant placement can happen in the same visit. The implant goes directly into the socket where the tooth was, reducing the total number of procedures involved.
Before surgery, our oral surgeons use computer-guided planning software to map the placement precisely. This pre-surgical step allows for accurate positioning and reduces guesswork during the procedure.
You'll typically leave the same day with a temporary tooth in place. That temporary restoration isn't the final one. The implant still needs to fully integrate with the jawbone over the following months before the permanent crown is placed. Once healing is complete, the long-term result is a stable, natural-feeling tooth that you don't have to think about.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Same Day Placement
Candidacy comes down to bone quality and gum health at the site. If significant bone loss or active infection is present at the time of extraction, the site may need time to heal before an implant can be placed. That's not a door closing, it's a different timeline, and our team will explain exactly what that looks like for you.
This approach works for single-tooth replacement as well as full-arch cases, where multiple teeth are being replaced along an entire row. Overall health, bone density, and any underlying conditions are factors our team goes through with you at your consultation. The goal is a clear picture of your options, not a checklist that sends you home.
Our surgeons will review your imaging and walk you through which tooth replacement options make the most sense based on what the bone and tissue show. A concern like "I don't know if I'm healthy enough" is one they're genuinely glad to help you answer.
Coverage for same day implants varies by individual insurance policy. Our team makes sure you have the full picture before any commitment is made. Financing is available through Proceed, Cherry, LendingClub, and CareCredit.
Why Choose Colorado Surgical Arts for Your Consultation
The experience your surgeons bring to same-day placement directly shapes how smooth and predictable the process feels for you. Dr. Thomas Stone, Dr. Scott Arceneaux, Dr. Kevin Nguyen, Dr. Lauren Basile, and Dr. Brayden Oakes bring that depth of experience to every case. Dr. Stone has lectured nationally and internationally on dental implants for more than 15 years, making him a recognized voice on implant surgery in the Denver metro. Dr. Basile serves on the Colorado Dental Board Anesthesia Committee, a profile that's rare in private practice and reflects the level of clinical oversight our team holds itself to.
With four locations across Littleton, Parker, Englewood, and Denver, Colorado Surgical Arts is a comprehensive oral surgery practice serving the region.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and find out whether same day dental implants are the right fit for you.
