Article by GSP – Published on Wednesday, 01 April 2026, 12:30 / Updated on Wednesday, 01 April 2026 12:31
An elbow, a ball, a fall – and the tooth disappears. You'd think it's just cosmetic, but it's a more serious problem than it seems, which can be solved with a full dental implant.
Contents:
– What do you do if you were injured and lost a tooth?
– How missing a tooth affects your bite – and why it matters
– What do you do if you have lost several teeth?
– How do you choose the clinic and what do the certifications it has mean
– Frequently asked questions
– Mini summary
Contact sports (football, rugby, martial arts, boxing) put teeth at risk with every practice. A dental trauma may seem like a minor problem at the moment, but delaying treatment with a complete dental implant it has consequences beyond aesthetics.
What do you do if you were injured and lost a tooth?
Go to the dentist the same day if possible. There is a 30-60 minute window in which reimplantation may be possible, and the doctor determines whether it is appropriate based on the condition of the tooth and socket (the space where the tooth is anchored).
Until you get to the office:
– Hold the tooth in milk or between the cheek and gum.
– Do not touch the root, do not clean it with water.
– Apply a clean compress if you bleed.
If reimplantation is no longer possible, the doctor assesses the condition of the bone and establishes the treatment plan, including whether the dental implant can be fitted immediately or after healing.
How missing a tooth affects your bite – and why it matters
Without a root, the bone in that area begins to resorb within a few months. Neighboring teeth migrate towards the free space, the occlusion changes, and the medium-term result is an unbalanced bite, overloading of the temporomandibular joint and difficulties in chewing.
A complete dental implant can help maintain function and limit imbalances after tooth loss.
What do you do if you have lost several teeth?
One of the frequently considered options is the All-on-X complete dental implant, if several teeth are missing. It is a complete arch supported on 4 or 6 implants. The procedure may allow rehabilitation of the arch, depending on the medical indication and available bone volume.
Alternatives include:
– Fixed dental bridges on implants (supported on 2 implants, covers 3-4 missing teeth)
– Skeleton prostheses (mobile solution, less stable, suitable as an intermediate stage)
– Total prostheses on implants (for cases with significant bone loss)
The doctor determines the optimal solution after an evaluation with a CBCT scanner, which shows exactly the volume and density of available bone.
How to choose the clinic and what the certifications it has mean
International certifications indicate access to clinically validated implant systems and standardized protocols. When evaluating a clinic, look for:
– Partnerships with recognized implant systems (Straumann, Nobel Biocare, MegaGen, Bredent are reference standards in implantology)
– Digital guidance technology (Navident, for example, allows implant positioning with fraction of a millimeter precision, 3D guided in real time)
– Own CBCT tomograph (for bone evaluation in the office, not in another center)
– Doctors with certified international training
Dental Premier is the Dentsply Sirona Center of Excellence, Certified Straumann Expert Partner and MegaGen Implant System, where patients benefit from Navident 3D Digital Guidance, virtual implant planning and state-of-the-art computerized prosthetics. The multidisciplinary team with over 17 years of experience has training in the USA, Germany, England, France, Italy, etc. The Bucharest clinic recently received the WhatClinic Patient Service Award 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How long does a full dental implant take from the first visit to the final crown?
3 – 6 months. It depends on the condition of the bone and the chosen protocol. In some cases, the immediate load dental implant allows for a temporary crown to be placed on the same day or in a maximum of 24 hours.
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Does the dental implant hurt?
Not. The procedure is done under local anesthesia. Postoperative discomfort lasts 2-3 days and is managed with standard anti-inflammatories.
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Can I do sports after implant installation?
Contact sports are avoided for 4-6 weeks after the intervention. The doctor determines the time to resume activity depending on the progress of healing.
Mini summary
A tooth lost in sports is a functional and bone problem, not just an aesthetic one, and it gets worse if you delay. The complete dental implant is the solution that stops resorption and stabilizes the bite in the long term. For multiple losses, All-on-X reconstructs entire arches on implants.
If you want to know more details, you can contact the Dental Premier dental clinic for a complete evaluation and a personalized treatment plan.
Contact:
+40 758 791 817
Str. Maria Rosetti 26A, Bucharest 020487
[email protected]facebook.com/dentalpremier.ro
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