Suitability depends on your overall mouth health
Dental implants can be a great option for replacing missing teeth, but not everyone is automatically suitable straight away. We need to assess your gums, bone levels, bite, medical history and the condition of the neighbouring teeth.
Bone and gum health are important
Implants need healthy bone and gum support around them. If there has been bone loss, gum disease, infection or long-term missing teeth, extra planning may be needed. In some cases, bone grafting or gum treatment may be recommended before implant placement.
Your systemic health is very important.
Certain medical conditions, medications, smoking, healing issues or uncontrolled diabetes can affect implant healing and long-term success. This does not always mean implants are not possible, but it does mean the risks and timing need to be discussed carefully. Your dental implants will become a part of your body, and integrate with your bone- but in order for them to do that the body needs to be healthy enough to accept them. Implants boast a very high success rate when we ensure that our foundation is happy and healthy.