Am I a candidate?
Am I a Candidate for Dental Implants?
Many adults can be considered for implants. Your oral health, bone, medical history, and treatment goals help determine the options.
Explore your suitability
What Determines Suitability?
What makes a good implant candidate
If you are missing teeth, or have teeth that cannot be predictably restored, implants may be an option. We assess the health of your gums, the available bone, your medical history, and your ability to maintain daily care and regular checkups.
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Factors we evaluate
Bone volume — implants need adequate support. Imaging helps us assess the bone and nearby structures.
Gum health — active gum disease gets treated first, so your implant has a healthy foundation.
Overall health — diabetes, other health conditions, and medications can affect healing. We review them and coordinate with your physician when appropriate.
Smoking — smoking can affect healing and long-term implant success. Tell us about tobacco use so we can discuss your risks and a cessation plan.
Grinding — clenching or grinding can stress the restoration. A nightguard may be recommended.
Could Another Approach Be Suitable?
Told you don't have enough bone?
Your Candidacy Evaluation
How we find out
Consultation
We listen first: what you've lost, what you've been told, and what you want back.
3D CBCT Scan
When appropriate, a 3D scan helps evaluate your bone and nearby structures. We explain where the imaging will be obtained. We consider it alongside your examination and medical history.
Review Your Results
We’ll go over your results, treatment options, expected stages, and estimated costs. If we need more records or input from your physician before finalizing your plan, we’ll explain the next steps.
Your Decision
We explain suitable options, including the implications of delaying treatment, so you can make an informed decision.
Good questions. Clear answers.
Common candidacy questions
Is there an age limit for implants?
For older adults, no — health matters, not age. For young patients, we wait until jaw growth is complete, usually late teens to early twenties.
I've been missing teeth for years. Too late?
You may still have options. We assess the bone, gums, and remaining teeth, then explain whether implants or another replacement approach would be suitable.
Does diabetes rule me out?
Diabetes does not automatically rule out implants, but its control and other health factors can affect healing. We review your history and coordinate with your physician when appropriate.
Your complete guide to dental implants and All-on-X
Understand the options, treatment stages, recovery, and questions to ask before deciding.
- Compare options for one missing tooth or a full arch
- How we assess whether implants are suitable for you
- How temporary teeth and healing fit into an All-on-X treatment plan
- Comfort, sedation options, and what recovery is like
Make it personal
Discuss your suitability at a free consultation
Bring your health history and questions about your options