Can the current crown/tooth be saved for a future implant?

Hi:Unfortunatley once the implant is removed you need a new crown to fit a new abutment and implant.  The same crown can not be used.Best,Dr. Maddahi

Crowns are custom made to fit each individual tooth or implant abutment perfectly. One crown won’t fit another tooth or implant, even replacing the same one. A new implant will need it’s own new crown.

Once the implant is removed, the current crown will not be able to be reused.  A new implant can be placed, but it will require a new abutment and a new crown.

Hello and thank you for your question. The best way to answer this is with an in-person evaluation, but no, the current crown can not be re-used with a new implant. There are several steps in creating dental implants. The Provisional (Temporary Crowns) are critical in finalizing the esthetics and look of the final restorations (Permanent Crowns). During the Provisional phase the shape, contour arrangement, position and color of the teeth can be tried and assessed to make sure you like the results. Then the temporary crowns can be used as a template for making the permanent crowns this will ensure the subsequent crown matches the color and shape of the surrounding teeth so and once it is placed will fit in naturally with the rest of your teeth. Because the crown is matched to your other teeth, it may be possible to have them completed in different times. I recommend getting a consultation with a prosthodontist. A prosthodontist is a dental specialist who has advanced training in restoring and replacing teeth and can create a customized treatment using the latest techniques in dental implants.