Immediate Function Implants Immediate function implants are implants that are loaded with temporary crowns immediately after they are placed. The criteria required for immediate function are: 1. 4 or more implants in the lower jaw that can be splinted together. 2. No major bone grafting needed. 3. No teeth or wearing a full denture on the upper jaw. Some implant practitioners call this procedure "teeth in a day", "instant teeth" ... whatever the name given, this procedure is challenging but also very rewarding to the patient. An example of such a procedure performed at our practice is as follows. This patient had 2 mobile lower canines to be extracted. We decided to use the extraction sockets to insert the first 2 implants, a challenging but rewarding strategy. 2 implants have been placed without cutting of the gums. We then proceeded backwards and placed 2 more implants, one on each side. The 4.5mm implants fit the extract very well. Once all 4 implants are in place, we place temporary crowns over them. The implant on the right canine socket was unstable, so we had to make an incision to graft the area. The patient was able to function immediately after surgery. Cost: S$12,000 (immediate payment required). Final PFM bridge an additional: S$3,600. 3 months later, all implants integrated successfully. They were loaded with a definitive porcelain fused to metal (PFM) bridge.