What does immediate loading of provisional implants require?

Immediate loading of provisional implants necessitates specialized technique and design for several reasons. This approach allows for the functional use of the implant immediately after placement, which relies heavily on the precise surgical methodology and the specific characteristics of the implant itself.

The specialized techniques include proper angle placement, ensuring appropriate stability in the bone, and often a more immediate connection of the abutment to the implant. The design of the implants used for immediate loading typically features enhanced stability and surface properties that facilitate osseointegration and load-bearing capabilities.

While factors like bone quality are important, immediate loading is possible even if ideal conditions are not met, provided the right techniques and implant designs are used. Hence, the requirement for specialized techniques and design is central to the successful application of immediate loading protocols in dental implantology.