“Teeth Today, Teeth Tomorrow” is a same-day implant protocol that gives patients a functional, natural-looking temporary smile the same day their implants are placed, followed by a custom permanent restoration once healing is complete. For patients who don’t want to go without teeth during treatment, this approach bridges the gap between losing teeth and having a lasting, finished result.
What Does “Teeth Today, Teeth Tomorrow” Actually Mean?
The phrase describes a two-phase treatment approach. On the day implants are placed, a temporary set of teeth is attached immediately, so you leave your appointment with a functional smile rather than a gap or removable appliance. That’s the “teeth today” part. Over the following months, as the implants fuse with the jawbone through osseointegration, your temporary teeth are eventually replaced with a custom, permanent restoration. That’s the “teeth tomorrow” part.
How Is This Different from Traditional Implant Treatment?
Traditional implant treatment often involves a healing period after implant placement during which patients wear a removable temporary appliance, or in some cases go without a visible tooth at all in less noticeable areas. With Teeth Today, Teeth Tomorrow, the temporary restoration is fixed in place immediately, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence throughout the healing process rather than waiting for the final result to feel normal again.
Who Is a Good Candidate for This Protocol?
This approach tends to work well for patients who:
- Are missing most or all of their teeth in an arch, or facing extraction of failing teeth
- Have adequate bone density to support immediate implant placement
- Want to avoid a removable temporary appliance during healing
- Are good candidates for All-on-X or similar full-arch implant treatment
What Does the Process Involve?
At Precision Periodontal and Implant Center, the Teeth Today, Teeth Tomorrow process typically includes:
- Comprehensive evaluation – 3D imaging and a full assessment determine bone quality and confirm candidacy for immediate placement.
- Extraction, if needed – Any remaining failing teeth are removed at the same appointment.
- Implant placement – Implants are positioned in the jawbone, often using the All-on-X technique to maximize support.
- Temporary restoration – A fixed temporary set of teeth is attached the same day, giving you a functional, natural-looking smile immediately.
- Healing period – Over several months, the implants fuse with the bone.
- Final restoration – Once healing is complete, a custom permanent prosthesis replaces the temporary one for a long-term, polished result.
What Are the Benefits of This Approach?
Patients choose this protocol for several reasons:
- No period without visible, functional teeth
- Ability to eat and speak with confidence throughout treatment
- A smoother emotional transition, since the temporary teeth already resemble the final result
- One coordinated treatment plan from extraction through final restoration
Is Teeth Today, Teeth Tomorrow Right for Everyone?
Not every patient is a candidate for immediate loading, particularly if bone density is insufficient at the time of evaluation. In those cases, Precision Periodontal and Implant Center may recommend bone grafting first or a modified timeline that still minimizes time without a functional smile.
Take the Next Step
If you’re facing significant tooth loss and want a same-day solution that carries you through to a permanent result, the best next step is a consultation. Call 310-708-3938 today to schedule an appointment at Precision Periodontal and Implant Center and find out if Teeth Today, Teeth Tomorrow is right for you.