Can Anyone Missing Teeth Get Dental Implants?

Dental implants are replacement teeth designed to look and function like natural teeth. They are made from titanium, which fuses with the jawbone to create a secure foundation. 

Why Implants?

Dental implants are designed to replace missing teeth. When more than one tooth is missing, it can help restore function and aesthetics. The crown, implant abutment and implant post are all designed to look natural and function like natural teeth.

Who Qualifies for Implants?

Dental implants are a long-term solution for missing teeth. A trained and experienced dentist should install them to ensure the best possible outcome. In addition, patients who smoke or chew tobacco or nicotine products may not be ideal candidates. This is important as smoking can interfere with the healing process and cause implant failure.

Dental implants are an effective treatment for tooth loss that benefits many people. However, there are certain factors that will affect whether or not dental implants will work for your situation. Dental implants require a minimum amount of bone in your jaw. If you are missing a significant amount of bone in your jaw, you may need additional procedures to build up your jaw before receiving implants.

When Should I Get Implants?

When you get dental implants, you will need to first have a consultation with your dentist. In this consultation, the dentist will perform a thorough dental exam to determine your candidacy. Your dentist will also go over your medical history to ensure that there aren’t any health conditions that may interfere with your treatment. They will also go over your current medications to make sure that none of them will negatively impact your dental implants.

If you are skeptical about choosing implants, visit an experienced dentist to obtain a complete analysis regarding your treatment procedure. They can help determine your oral health condition and suggest treatments that can help improve it for the restoration process. 

At Kennedy Heights Dental Centre, we strive to provide our patients with a positive and relaxing experience. If you're ready to experience the best dental care, please contact us at 778.438.2084. or visit us at 11960 88 Ave, Delta, BC V4C 3C8.