Introduction
Dental implants are one of the best ways to replace missing teeth. But when choosing a treatment method, patients are usually faced with two options: Immediate implants and traditional implants.
Although immediate implants are attractive due to their speed, clinical experience has shown that traditional implants are still the best and safest choice for most patients. Below, we will examine the differences, advantages, and disadvantages of both methods.
What is a traditional implant?
Traditional (staged) implants are a method in which a titanium post is placed in the jawbone and the patient waits about 3 to 6 months for the jawbone to fully fuse with the post (osseointegration).). Then the final coating is installed on it.
Advantages of traditional implants
- Highest treatment success rate
- Long-term durability (10 to 20 years or more)
- Suitable for most patients, even those with bone loss or needing bone grafting
- Very low risk of failure
Disadvantages of traditional implants
- Longer treatment time
- Need for further referrals
These disadvantages are not significant compared to the high stability and success of traditional implants.
What is an immediate implant?
In immediate implants, the implant base is placed in the jawbone immediately after tooth extraction, and a temporary crown is usually installed the same day or a few days later.
Benefits of immediate implants
- Fast beauty and instant smile recovery
- Reducing the number of treatment sessions
Disadvantages of immediate implants
- Higher risk of failure Compared to traditional implants
- The need for a strong jawbone and the patient’s specific conditions
- Higher cost due to more complex technique
- Less durable in the long term
Overall comparison of immediate and traditional implants
| Criteria | Traditional Implant | Immediate Implant |
| Treatment duration | 3 to 6 months | A few days to a few weeks |
| Treatment success | Very high | Lower |
| Durability | Long-term (10–20 years) | Shorter |
| Suitable for | Almost all patients | Only patients with strong bones |
| Cost | Usually less | More |
| Risk of failure | Very low | High |
Why are traditional implants a better choice?
- Higher success rate in most patients
- Long-term durability and sustainability
- Possibility of treating complex patients with jaw and gum problems
- More experience and scientific evidence than immediate implants
For this reason, in most cases, experts recommend that if you are looking for a safe and durable treatment, traditional implants will be the best choice for you.
Conclusion
Although immediate implants may be a good option for some patients, in most cases, traditional implants are the superior choice. Their greater success rate, longer durability, and adaptability to a variety of patient conditions make them the best option for replacing missing teeth.
If you are planning to choose the best dental implant method, we recommend that you first consult with our specialists.
