Dental Education Guide

Decision tool

Implant treatment timeline planner

Bone biology — not marketing — drives realistic timelines. Pick a scenario and a start date to see a phase-by-phase plan.

Estimated total: ~8 months (35 weeks)

Approximate completion: May 2027

  1. 1

    Consult, CBCT, planning

    Sep 26, 2026

    Exam, 3D scan, written treatment plan.

    ~2 weeks to next phase

  2. 2

    Extraction (+ socket graft)

    Oct 10, 2026

    Atraumatic extraction with bone grafting to preserve ridge.

  3. 3

    Socket healing

    Oct 10, 2026

    3–4 months for socket bone to mature before implant placement.

    ~16 weeks to next phase

  4. 4

    Implant placement

    Jan 30, 2027

    Surgical placement under local; healing abutment or cover screw.

  5. 5

    Osseointegration

    Jan 30, 2027

    8–16 weeks before loading.

    ~12 weeks to next phase

  6. 6

    Final crown delivery

    Apr 24, 2027

    Impression, fabrication, delivery.

    ~5 weeks to next phase

Timelines are typical — individual healing, hygiene, smoking, and case complexity shift dates. Compare to your provider's written plan. See our recovery guide and patient journey.