Healing can take anywhere from three to six months. During this time, the jawbone will fuse with the implant and a restoration is placed to fill in the gap from where the natural tooth once was. In order to restore your smile, you may be given a temporary bridge or denture to cover the implant site until the final restoration can be made by our lab. You will need to eat a soft diet to reduce the risk of interfering with the healing process. Once the implant has been integrated with the jawbone, it will be uncovered and an abutment will be placed to secure the restoration. The final phase will include the creation, fitting and placement of your new teeth. This will require a series of appointments to ensure the best fit and most attractive prosthesis possible. Call us today to learn more or to schedule an appointment with our expert in dental implants in Beverly Hills.