EN 
ES Dr. Arabella Michelén
A new era in oral rehabilitation has arrived, where functionality, aesthetics, and technology come together to transform smiles in a matter of hours.
For a long time, the placement of dental implants required several months of waiting between the surgery and the installation of the final prosthetics. Today, thanks to advances in digital dentistry, this has changed dramatically, allowing patients to regain their smiles on the very same day the implant is placed.
This innovative procedure, also known as “immediate loading,” has been made possible thanks to the combination of precise diagnostics, advanced digital planning, and high-quality materials.
These are artificial teeth placed on dental implants the same day or shortly after surgery. Unlike traditional techniques, where the patient had to wait between 3 and 6 months to receive the final prosthesis, this method allows for immediate restoration of both chewing function and aesthetics.
These prosthetics can be single (when replacing one tooth) or multiple (when replacing several or all teeth).
One of the main pillars of this procedure is the use of digital technology. Intraoral scanning, 3D imaging, and virtual planning software allow for:
• Accurately assess the bone structure.
• Design the optimal placement of the implant.
• Fabricate the prosthesis with maximum accuracy and fit.
Additionally, this technology minimizes human errors, reduces clinical time, and significantly enhances the patient experience.
Advantages for the patient
1. Immediate results: the patient regains their smile on the same day, without having to wait for several months.
2. Superior aesthetics: the prosthetics are digitally designed to naturally replicate the lost teeth.
3. Well-being: prevents the patient from going without teeth, which can affect self-esteem and daily activities.
4. Fewer interventions: by reducing the number of appointments, the process is easier and the stress associated with lengthy treatments is minimized.
It is important to know that not all cases are suitable for an immediate prosthesis. A thorough clinical and radiological evaluation is essential, as it requires:
• Sufficient and healthy bone.
• Absence of active infections.
• Good overall health.
• Patient commitment to hygiene and follow-up care.
The key lies in personalization and planning. A skilled team will know how to guide the patient toward the best solution for their specific case.
Functional beauty: beyond aesthetics
The smile is a vital part of personal image. By restoring a patient’s teeth in record time, not only is aesthetics recovered, but also confidence, functionality, and quality of life. Immediate prosthetics on implants represent a perfect combination of science, technology, and dental artistry.
All of this must be planned and carried out by dental specialists, with surgeons, implantologists, and restorative dentists, among others, playing key roles.
Talk to your dentist about this option: your smile can change in just one day.