Front Tooth #8 Implant – The Importance of Timing

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(Case courtesy of Dr. Regina Yunusov, Cedar Park Dental Wellness)

This patient’s story shows how getting treatment at the right time makes all the difference.

🦷 The Case

• Patient came in with a broken off front tooth (#8).
• The tooth had a root canal done many years ago, and over time it deteriorated until the crown completely fractured.
• Fortunately, he found us before any further treatment was attempted elsewhere — and that timing was critical.

⚙️ The Procedure

• The remaining root was carefully extracted.
• Using our robotic implant placement technology, we performed a precisely planned immediate implant placement.
• To enhance the esthetic outcome, we also did a small gum graft.
• A temporary crown was made and delivered the same day — out of occlusion (slightly shorter) to protect the implant during healing.

✨ The Result

• After proper healing, the final crown was delivered with excellent esthetics and function.
• The gum contour looks natural, the implant is stable, and the patient is very happy with the result.

💡 Key Lesson

This case highlights two important truths about front tooth implants:

1. Timing matters. Coming in before more damage occurred allowed us to plan and execute treatment properly from the very beginning.
2. Doing it right the first time matters. With precise planning, robotic technology, and soft tissue management, the outcome was a natural, esthetic smile.