Dental implants have rightly been called one of the most significant advances in dentistry: titanium posts that are inserted into the jaw to support one or more artificial teeth. Dental implants are available at Designer Smiles in Fargo.
A common concern for many patients is whether they are too old for a dental implant. We’ll give you the good news in one short word: no!
Age is seldom, if ever, a factor in whether someone is a well-suited candidate for an implant.
The most important factor is your overall health. Chronic conditions like diabetes or cancer can interfere with the healing process following an implant, so patients with these issues may not be good candidates.
Tobacco use may also rule someone out. Whether it’s smoked or chewed, tobacco can also hamper the healing process.
Bone Density
A dental implant replaces the root of a missing tooth. It fuses with the bone, and in addition to supporting a tooth, guards against bone recession. This leads to another factor: a patient has to have enough healthy bone to support it.
Even if you don’t, there are solutions. Bone grafting is a straightforward procedure that promotes the growth of new bone.
Healthy Gum Tissue
A final consideration: a patient must have healthy gum tissue. The best implant candidates should be committed to proper dental hygiene, including consistent dental visits.
If you’re concerned that you are too old to get a dental implant, rest assured: age is not an issue. At Designer Smiles in Fargo we can replace teeth with single and multiple dental implants. Patients from West Fargo and Moorhead also come to us for a full range of general dentistry services. Call to schedule an appointment today!
Contact Designer Smiles:
701-298-9400
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
3525 25th St S
Fargo, North Dakota
58104
