Teeth-in-a-Day from Auckland, Same-Day Fixed TeethWhat It Means and When It's Possible
- Teeth-in-a-Day is not a separate treatment category.
It is the immediate loading component of an All-on-4 or All-on-6 full arch implant procedure.
Teeth-in-a-Day: What It Is and What It Isn't
Teeth-in-a-Day is not a separate treatment category. It is the immediate loading component of an All-on-4 or All-on-6 full arch implant procedure. When insertion torque at all implant sites is ≥ 35 Ncm, indicating sufficient bone density and primary stability for the implant to withstand provisional loading, the temporary fixed bridge is designed, fabricated, and seated on the same day as surgery.
The alternative is delayed loading: implants are placed, the gum is closed, and the patient waits 8–12 weeks with a temporary removable denture before a fixed provisional bridge is attached. Delayed loading is required when primary stability is insufficient for immediate loading.
At Stunning Dentistry, approximately 86.5% of cases achieve same-day loading. The remaining 13.5% are delayed. The fee is the same either way, the 35 Ncm threshold, not a commercial decision, determines which protocol applies.
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Teeth-in-a-Day Cost: Auckland vs Stunning Dentistry
| Treatment | Auckland (NZD) | Stunning Dentistry (NZD) | Net Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| All-on-4 + immediate loading (both arches) | $68,000–$96,000 | $27,500–$37,000 | $30,500–$59,000 |
| All-on-6 + immediate loading (both arches) | $82,000–$118,000 | $35,000–$48,500 | $34,000–$69,500 |
| Return flight AKL → HYD | , | $1,400–$2,200 | , |
| Accommodation (10 nights) | , | $800–$1,200 | , |
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Day 4 Timeline: Surgery and Same-Day Bridge
For Auckland patients arriving in Hyderabad on Day 1, implant surgery is typically scheduled for Day 4. The surgical sequence for a same-day loading case:
If any implant achieves < 35 Ncm, delayed loading protocol is activated, the same-day bridge is deferred, and the patient receives a temporary removable device for 8–12 weeks.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 07:00 | Hotel pickup; transfer to clinic |
| 07:30 | Pre-medication (oral steroid, NSAID, antibiotic prophylaxis per AAOS/ADA protocol) |
| 08:00 | Local anaesthesia; surgical guide placed |
| 08:15 | Implant placement: 4–6 fixtures per arch, guided sequence |
| 09:15–10:15 | Insertion torque recorded; ≥ 35 Ncm confirmed all sites |
| 10:15 | Impression or intraoral scan for provisional bridge fabrication |
| 10:15–12:30 | Bridge fabrication by in-house ceramics team |
| 12:30 | Provisional bridge seated; occlusion checked; patient discharged |
| 13:00 | Return to hotel with fixed teeth |
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What Auckland Patients Experience After Surgery
Post-surgical days 4–9 in Hyderabad involve normal recovery: swelling for 48–72 hours, soft diet for 12 weeks, paracetamol and ibuprofen for pain management. Most patients feel well enough to walk around Hyderabad by Day 6–7. The provisional bridge is functional for speech and eating soft foods from Day 4.
Return to Auckland on Day 10: the provisional bridge is in place. Your Auckland dentist receives the clinical handover package. Final zirconia bridge is fabricated and fitted at the second visit (4–6 months later), or for some designs, at a later appointment in Hyderabad.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Teeth-in-a-Day always possible?
No. It requires ≥ 35 Ncm insertion torque at all implants. Patients with very soft bone (posterior maxilla, long-standing edentulism) may require delayed loading. The CBCT dataset allows an estimate of bone density before surgery, but the final decision is made intraoperatively based on measured torque values.
What do I eat after same-day implants?
Soft diet for 12 weeks: porridge, mashed kumara, soft fish (terakihi or snapper well-cooked), yoghurt, soup, scrambled eggs. No raw carrots, crusty bread, or chewy meat for 3 months. Full diet resumes after osseointegration is confirmed.
Will I go back to Auckland with temporary or permanent teeth?
The bridge placed on Day 4 is a provisional (temporary) bridge. The final zirconia bridge is fabricated and fitted at a follow-up visit, typically 4–6 months after implant placement when osseointegration is complete.
Is the fee the same if I end up needing delayed loading?
Yes. Whether same-day or delayed loading, the All-on-4 or All-on-6 fee is the same. The loading protocol is determined by anatomy, not pricing.
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