Dental implants work best for patients with good overall health and enough healthy bone structure to support the implant. However, if you lack good bone support, you may benefit from a bone grafting procedure to help rebuild it so it can successfully support a dental implant.
Age may impact your candidacy for tooth implants. You must be done growing before implant placement, so waiting until age 17 or 18 is ideal for younger patients. Older patients may have a more difficult time recovering from a dental implant, which is a factor to consider.
Lifestyle choices may also impact the success of dental implants. For example, if you smoke or drink heavily, this affects your immune system, making it more difficult to recover from your procedure and for your implant to integrate successfully with your bone.
Are You a Candidate for Dental Implants in North York?
The best way to determine if tooth implants are right for you is to schedule an evaluation with one of our dentists. They will use x-rays, 3-D imaging, and a thorough exam to assess your bone structure and determine if implants are right for you.
Contact our team at (437) 900-8266 to book your evaluation or if you have questions about tooth replacement in North York.