Are Dental Implants Right for Me?

Dental implants may be a good solution if you suffer from missing teeth due to tooth decay, gum disease, root fractures, or facial injury.

Why Should You Choose Dental Implants?

Dental implants are a great solution for aesthetic purposes, to improve your speech, enhance your physical attributes, consume different foods, and generally obtain confidence and comfort.

 Who is Eligible for Dental Implants?

Certain requirements must be met to be eligible for dental implants. 

A certified dentist can advise you if you are eligible for dental implants after performing a dental evaluation. The check-up may include the following:

• Dental X-rays
• 3d Images
• A comprehensive check-up of your jaw and teeth

What do Dentists Check in Eligibility for Dental Implants?

Healthy Gums

Dentists check the condition of your gums to see if they can withstand surgery. Gum disease weakens your jawbone and increases infection risks. A dentist will not perform a dental implant on bad gums.

Bone Density

Implants require a sturdy jawbone to hold and bind the dental implant base. A weak bone density may not support dental implants and may require a bone graft prior to starting the implant process..

Overall Health

Your dentist will review your medical history, check if you have any prevailing medical conditions and medications you are currently undertaking, and review if you are eligible for dental surgery.

What to Know About Dental Implants?

Dental implants will take multiple visits to the dentist.

Some of the specialists involved with dental implant surgeries include the following:

• A periodontist: A dentist specialist in bone and gum structures.
• A maxillofacial surgeon: A dentist specialist in jaw, face, and mouth conditions
• A prosthodontist: A dentist who designs and fits artificial replacement teeth.

Post-surgery care involves follow-ups to check for proper implants, gums, and teeth care. Healing can take months, and you may require temporary teeth to wear as you go on with your surgery healing.

Discuss your options and consider if dental implants are right for you with a certified dentist. Are you considering dental implants? Contact us today to schedule an appointment for a check-up to see if dental implants are right for you.