Our patients often ask us who is a candidate for dental implant treatment. And, the answer is, nearly everyone who is in general good health. There are a few medical conditions that can undermine the success of implant treatment—such as uncontrolled diabetes. But, there are very few other conditions that would keep someone from having implant treatment all together.
The quantity and quality of available bone for implant placement is more often a factor in qualifying for dental implants—rather than a medical condition. Even folks who have lost a significant amount of bone can qualify for dental implant replacement with additional procedures to add bone or create new bone. Advances in this type of treatment have made it possible for so many people to have successful implant treatment.
And, really you are never too old to consider implant placement! Your overall health and a desire to improve the quality of your life are much more important considerations than age. Today, many patients well into their nineties have had dental implant treatment with no problems.
Learn more about implant replacement at our website www.drlargey.com and www.missingteeth.org or give us a call! We love to talk to patients about the benefits of dental implant treatment.
