Are You A Candidate for Dental Implants?

OFTEN WHEN WE MEET WITH PATIENTS about other procedures, questions about implant dentistry arise. Many of the basic questions start from people concerned about their confidence after tooth loss. Dental implants have become an ideal solution for people who are looking for long-term solutions to tooth loss.

Typically, if you have good oral health and you have enough bone mass to support implants, they can be a beautiful and durable option for you. Our team at Hammond and Ellis work to provide the finest dental implant services available to give you a long lasting and comfortable experience.

Here are a few factors to consider. Visit with us about any topic to learn more.

Your Bone Mass

Adequate bone mass is necessary to place implants. Sometimes if teeth have been missing for a long time, this necessary bone mass may have been lost. In some cases, a procedure called “bone grafting” can be used to grow additional bone.

Your Oral Health

Part of this evaluation process is being sure that your general health allows for us to place dental implants and care for them on a routine basis.

Periodontal Disease

In most situations, if your tooth loss is due to periodontal disease, you ARE a good dental implant candidate.

Your Age

In children, dental implants are usually postponed until their jawbone is fully developed. However, there are cases where implants can be used as part of an orthodontic treatment plan.

For adults, implants can be a remarkable solution for seasoned citizens, baby boomers, or younger adults.

Your Dentures

Do you already have dentures or partial dentures? Implants are often used to stabilize and secure dentures—thereby creating much greater comfort and functionality.

Your Dental Hygiene Habits

Although poor dental hygiene doesn’t typically keep you from getting dental implants, higher success rates are directly tied to a commitment to regular exams and thoughtful brushing and flossing. It makes a big difference.

Are You A Smoker?

Smoking lowers implant success rates, but it certainly does not preclude you from being a dental implant candidate.

Wondering What The Next Step Might Be?

Whether you want to talk to us about dental implants for yourself, or just learn more about the procedure before making any decision, feel free to visit with Dr. Hammond or Dr. Ellis. They can explain any additional information about dental implants or evaluate your situation to determine what would work best for you.

Give us a call today at 801-374-0070 to set up a short consultation, or use our contact form to request an appointment. You may also want to take a moment to LIKE our Facebook page by clicking on the logo below:

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