Loading time is when the artificial crown is attached to the implants. Following are the three options:
Immediate loading
Immediate loading means that the abutment and sometimes the crown are immediately attached to the implants during surgical implant placement procedure. This approach shortens treatment time.
Early loading
Early loading means that the abutment and artificial crown are attached to the implants 1 – 12 weeks after surgery.
Delayed loading
Three to six months of integrating time is allowed before placing the crown on implant. Before connecting the artificial abutments, the implants are tested for successful osseointegration.
Implant failure may result if proper osseointegration and healing fails to occur.