Who is Not Suitable for Dental Implants?

Almost anyone who wants to replace a missing tooth, several teeth, or all their teeth is suitable for dental implants. However, some aspects are considered before you are declared eligible for the implants:

General health

You must be healthy enough to be suitable for the implants. This is because the process involves minor surgery that happens under sedation.

Oral health

Your oral health has to be good. For example, if you have gum disease, it is first treated before the implant procedure.

Bone structure

You need to have a good bone volume to undergo a dental implant procedure.

Smoking

The risk of procedure failure is higher for smokers. Therefore, you need to quit smoking during the period of the procedure and recovery.  The dentist also advises you to stop completely.

Who Isn’t Suitable for Dental Implants?

People with medical conditions

You might not be eligible for dental implant treatment if you have specific health problems. These conditions include uncontrolled diabetes, blood clotting disorders, cancer, and problems with the immune system. However, your dentist will tell you if your medical condition prevents you from having dental implants.

Patients under the age of 18

Anyone under 18 should wait until they are 18 to get their dental implants because their jaw bone is not fully developed.

Pregnant women

Pregnant women who need implants are advised to delay the treatment until their baby is born.

Patients who smoke regularly

 A smoker has a high chance that dental implants are not suitable for them. If you need the implants, you need to quit smoking or stop smoking during that period. Smoking increases the chances of dental implant failure.

Patients with gum disease

To undergo dental implant treatment, you need to have healthy gum. Your dentist will recommend what to do to receive your dental implants after your gum disease is treated.

Patients who take drugs and drink alcohol

Abusing alcohol and drugs makes you unsuitable for the procedure.

Dental implants are not suitable for everybody due to the process of treatment. The process involves surgery that takes place under sedation. Your dentist has to make sure that your body can be handle anaesthesia and your jawbones are strong enough.

Next Smile™ Wollongong offers the best treatment and cares for your dental health. If you’re thinking about getting All-on-4® with dental implants, our dentists are here to answer any of your questions. Visit our website or contact us for more information.