One-Stage Dental Implantation

Implants come in two types. The first consist of a separate root and abutment (an artificial tooth neck, the part on which the crown is placed). The second are a single-piece structure in which the root part is connected to the artificial tooth stump.

One-stage dental implantation most often uses the second type of implants, that is, single-piece ones. Such one-stage dental implants can only be used when the doctor places the implant in one visit and provides immediate loading by installing a crown (or bridge) either immediately after implantation or within a few days after the procedure. Even if the crown is not placed on the implant, immediate loading is unavoidable.

The first type of implants (consisting of several parts) are traditionally used in two-stage implantation, however, one-stage implantation, or more precisely, implantation with immediate loading, is also possible in this case.

One-stage dental implantation means that the doctor implants a root with an artificial tooth stump (or installs an abutment) into the patient’s bone and places a crown. It does not matter whether it is a single-piece one-stage implant or an implant consisting of several parts. The important characteristic of the technology is time: the crown can be placed on the implant immediately or within a short period. Accordingly, the main advantage of the one-stage implantation method is the rapid rehabilitation of the patient.

To evaluate the disadvantages of one-stage implantation, it is necessary to understand that the implant is placed into a living structure. This is not wood or metal — it is a living bone structure that the doctor intentionally traumatizes in a controlled manner. Bone healing takes at least three weeks (as with a standard fracture), and bone rehabilitation requires up to one and a half years.

Thus, the doctor needs 21 days to determine whether the implant has integrated or not. During two-stage implantation, the root is placed separately, sutured, and no chewing load is applied to it. After the required period, the doctor checks whether the implant root has taken in the bone, and if so, installs the abutment and crown.

But if one-stage implants are used, the load occurs almost immediately, the implant may become mobile in the bone, and it may also fail to integrate at all and fall out after a short time. One-stage implantation with immediate loading carries all these risks and does not allow the doctor to control the process.

At our clinic, we warn that one-stage dental implantation has an effectiveness rate of 63% (global statistics). In simple terms: in 37 out of 100 people, one-stage implants do not become surrounded by sufficient bone tissue and are rejected by the body.

Patients often think that one-stage implantation of a front tooth is the only way to maintain aesthetic appeal. However, the risks of rejection still remain very high.

Therefore, when it comes to the aesthetic zone, we offer patients a temporary butterfly prosthesis, a plastic tooth that is temporarily attached to their own teeth. An option with a temporary crown that is taken out of occlusion is also possible. This way, we ensure good aesthetic results and do not interfere with the process of implant integration into the bone.

One-stage dental implantation, the price of which is lower than two-stage, remains quite attractive to patients. This is why many clinics in Kyiv readily provide this service. At our clinic, one-stage implantation is only possible if the patient is familiar with all the risks and continues to insist. It is important to us that our patients receive quality results for a long time.

When it comes to the cost of implantation, it is important to think ahead and discuss the risks. Short-term and hasty treatment, one-stage dental implantation with a high probability can lead to implant loss within a period of 1 month to 2 years. In Kyiv clinics, one-stage dental implantation is done with a 1-year warranty. In most clinics in Ukraine, re-installation of the implant is paid for by the patient. Thus, the cost of one-stage implantation can increase several times over, not counting the patient’s time and effort.

At Osadchiy Dental Clinic, we provide a lifetime warranty on the implants we recommend. The long-term results of our implantation are 30-40 years of implant use. With such guarantees, we have a mandatory requirement for patients: analyze information, consider risks, and make informed decisions that allow you to preserve your health, youth, and money.