How much do same-day implants cost?

Cost depends on the number of implants, whether grafting is needed, and the final restoration type. Estimates are provided after a consultation and 3D imaging, and our team helps identify insurance and financing options.

What makes 3D imaging important for same-day implants?

CBCT 3D imaging shows bone density, volume, and the exact position of nerves and sinus structures before surgery, which is what allows same-day placement to be planned safely and precisely rather than assessed during the procedure itself.

Same-Day Implants: What to Know Before Your Consultation

Q: Can I really get an implant the same day as my extraction?

In many cases, yes — if the extraction site has healthy bone and no active infection, the implant post can often be placed at the same appointment. This is confirmed with 3D imaging and a full evaluation, not assumed in advance.

Q: Does same-day implant placement hurt?

Most patients report less discomfort than they expect. Guided, digitally planned surgery is more precise and less invasive than traditional freehand techniques, which typically supports a more comfortable recovery.

Q: How is same-day implant placement different from a same-day crown?

A same-day crown is a restoration milled and placed on a tooth or a fully healed implant in one visit. Same-day implant placement refers to placing the implant post itself, which is a separate step that happens earlier in treatment.

Q: Does insurance cover same-day implants?

Many dental PPO plans provide partial coverage for implant treatment. Estimated insurance benefits are not guarantees of payment, and actual coverage is determined by your individual plan.

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Same-Day Implants: What to Know Before Your Consultation

July 31, 2026 | 9 minute read | Reviewed by Dr. Matthew Hudzinski, DMD

"Same-day implants" is one of the most searched phrases in dentistry right now, and also one of the most misunderstood. Patients picture walking in with a gap and walking out with a finished tooth by dinner.

Sometimes that's close to accurate. More often, "same-day" describes the implant post going in, not the final crown. Knowing the difference before your consultation means fewer surprises and a treatment plan you can actually trust.

At Hudzinski Dental in Mayfield Heights, Dr. Matthew Hudzinski and Dr. Kevin Fryer plan implant cases digitally for patients across Cleveland's east side. Here is exactly what "same-day" means, who it's right for, and what to expect.

What "Same-Day Implants" Actually Means

This phrase gets used to describe a few different things, and mixing them up is where most patient confusion starts.

Same-day implant placement is the surgical step — placing the titanium implant post the same day as your consultation, or immediately after an extraction, instead of waiting weeks for the site to heal first. This is what the term usually means, and it's where digital planning makes the biggest difference.

Same-day implant crown is different — milling and placing a permanent crown on an implant that has already fully healed and bonded to the bone, often with the same CEREC technology used for same-day crowns on natural teeth.

"Teeth-in-a-day" or full-arch treatment is a more involved category, typically for patients replacing an entire arch, where a temporary fixed set of teeth is attached to implants the day of surgery.

The honest bottom line: for most single-tooth and multi-tooth cases, "same-day" means the implant post goes in on the same day as your procedure. The final crown is placed later, once the implant has properly healed. We will tell you which stage applies to your case before you ever sit in the chair.

Same-Day Placement vs. Traditional Staged Placement

Both approaches are proven, long-term tooth replacement solutions. Same-day placement simply reduces the number of appointments and the total treatment timeline for patients who qualify. It isn't a "better" implant, just a more efficient path to the same outcome.

	Traditional Staged	Same-Day Placement
Timeline to placement	Weeks after extraction, once healed	Same visit as consult or extraction
Surgical visits	Typically two separate visits	Often one combined visit
Planning method	CBCT imaging and digital planning	CBCT imaging and digital planning
Best suited for	Sites needing grafting, healing, or infection control first	Healthy, adequate bone with no active infection
Final crown timing	After the implant integrates with bone	After the implant integrates with bone

The Same-Day Implant Process: From Scan to Smile

Candidacy and treatment planning both start with the same tool: a 3D scan of your jaw. Here is what happens from there.

1. Digital Consultation & CBCT Scan

We capture a full 3D image of your jaw, teeth, nerve position, and bone density. This is the step that determines whether same-day placement is realistic for your case.

2. Digital Treatment Planning

Dr. Hudzinski maps the exact size, angle, and position of the implant virtually, before any surgery happens. Planning the case on screen first is what makes the in-office step fast and precise.

3. Guided Placement

If you qualify for same-day placement, the implant is placed using a digital surgical guide built from your scan, for precision that freehand placement can't match.

4. Healing & Integration

The implant bonds with the surrounding bone over a period of time that varies by patient, bone quality, and treatment complexity.

5. Final Restoration

Once healed, a custom crown completes the tooth — in many single-tooth cases, fabricated the same day with our CEREC system once the implant itself is ready.

Good to know: Because your implant position is planned from a 3D scan rather than assessed during surgery, there is far less guesswork once treatment begins. That precision is a big reason same-day placement can be offered safely in the first place.

The Benefits of Digitally Planned Implants

Fewer appointments. Same-day candidates skip the second surgical visit entirely.
More precise placement. The implant position is planned on screen before surgery, not estimated during it.
Less invasive surgery. Guided placement typically means smaller incisions and a smoother recovery.
Clearer expectations. You see your treatment plan and timeline before any procedure begins.
Long-term solution. Implants are designed as a permanent tooth replacement with proper care and maintenance.

Missing a tooth?

Find out if you're a candidate for same-day implant placement.

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Is a Same-Day Implant Right for You?

Same-day placement depends on clinical factors that can only be evaluated with a CBCT scan. In general, patients are stronger candidates for same-day placement when they have:

Sufficient, healthy bone volume at the implant site
Healthy gum tissue, free of active infection
Good overall oral and general health
A site that doesn't require extensive grafting first

Patients who have been missing a tooth for years, or who have experienced bone loss, may still be excellent implant candidates — they may simply need a staged approach rather than same-day placement. That isn't a setback; it's your plan being built around what will actually last.

Already have a crown on a natural tooth and wondering how the two procedures compare? Our guide on crowns vs. fillings walks through how dentists decide between saving and replacing a tooth.

Cost and Insurance

Implant cost depends on the number of teeth being replaced, whether grafting is needed, and the final restoration type, so we always provide a personalized estimate after your CBCT consultation. Many dental PPO plans provide partial implant benefits; estimated insurance benefits are not guarantees of payment, and actual coverage is determined by your individual plan.

We are in network with Aetna, Delta Dental, Guardian, MetLife, and Principal, accept HSA and FSA cards, and offer financing through CareCredit. Our team will review your benefits and give you a clear estimate before treatment. See our financial information page for details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I really get an implant the same day as my extraction?

In many cases, yes. If the extraction site has healthy bone and no active infection, the implant post can often be placed at the same appointment. This is confirmed with a CBCT scan and full evaluation, not assumed in advance.

Will I walk out with a finished tooth the same day?

Usually not for single-tooth or multi-tooth implants. The implant post is placed first and needs time to bond with the bone before a permanent crown is attached. Full-arch "teeth-in-a-day" cases are a different, more involved category.

Does same-day implant placement hurt?

Most patients report less discomfort than expected. Guided, digitally planned surgery is more precise and less invasive than traditional freehand techniques, which typically supports a more comfortable recovery.

What if I've been missing a tooth for years?

You may still be a candidate for implant treatment, though longer-missing teeth sometimes involve bone loss that requires grafting first. A CBCT scan will show exactly what your bone looks like and what your options are.

How is same-day implant placement different from a same-day crown?

A same-day crown is milled and placed on a tooth or a fully healed implant in one visit. Same-day implant placement refers to placing the implant post itself, a separate and earlier step in treatment.

Does insurance cover same-day implants?

In most cases, dental PPO plans provide at least partial coverage for implant treatment, based on your plan's benefits and annual maximum. Hudzinski Dental is in network with Aetna, Delta Dental, Guardian, MetLife, and Principal.

Where can I get same-day implants in Cleveland?

Hudzinski Dental offers digitally planned, same-day implant placement at 1232 SOM Center Road in Mayfield Heights, serving patients across Cleveland's east side, including Beachwood, Lyndhurst, Pepper Pike, Highland Heights, Solon, and Gates Mills. Call (440) 585-4200 to schedule a consultation.

A Natural Next Step

A clear plan starts with a scan.

Dr. Kevin Fryer founded our practice in 1992, and Dr. Matthew Hudzinski now leads it with the same personal care and modern digital technology. If you're missing a tooth, we would be glad to show you exactly what your options are.

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