What is the shortest possible time between implant and loading of permanent crown. I am tired of wearing a flipper?

The answer to your question depends on several factors, but ultimately it depends on when the implant is deemed "integrated." This can be anywhere from 2-6 months depending on the situation. I use a device called an "Osstell". It measures the level of osteointegration of the implant using a measurement called ISQ. Many doctors just use time as a guide. Your doctor can place a temporary crown on the implant which will help with tissue contouring and is not removable by you. You cant chew on it, but it is very esthetic as well. Ask your doctor

The usual time for loading an implant in Lower jaw is 3 months and upper jaw is 6 months. However, it varies based on the quality of bone while impant placement.

No one answer fits all situations. Ask your implant surgeon about your particular situation. Only he can tell for sure.

The answer to this is based on your specific situation. The Implant has to have a specific level of bone integration before it can be loaded and this is going to differ with each case. It will depend on where the implant was placed, how much bone was available in the area, what type of bone was available in the area, whether or not bone grafting took place, the type of implant etc . the list goes on but basically your answer is going to come from the doctor that placed your implant. you may be sick of your flipper, they can be very frustrating to wear, but loading an implant before it is ready to take the load may mean your wearing a flipper for a lot longer if that implant fails to integrate into the bone.Talk to your surgeon and they should be able to provide you with a good idea of how long the implant will need to be in place before loading.