Am I A Candidate? - Illinois
Looking for a Permanent Solution to Tooth Loss?
Curious about whether dental implants are right for you? Dental implants are a revolutionary solution for tooth loss, offering a permanent way to restore the look and function of your smile. As the gold standard in tooth replacement, dental implants are designed to feel, function, and look just like natural teeth.
Generally, non-smoking adults with healthy gums and adequate jawbone density are ideal candidates for dental implants. However, even if you don’t meet these criteria, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with our expert team at Grand Dental Implant Centers. Serving the greater Illinois community, we’ve helped countless patients regain their oral health and confidence with advanced dental implant solutions.
During your initial consultation, our experienced team performs a thorough evaluation to identify any factors that could impact the success of your dental implant procedure. We take the time to discuss your oral and overall health, medical history, medications, and lifestyle, gathering key information to understand your unique needs.
Using advanced technology like digital X-rays and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans, we create detailed 3D images of your oral structures, including soft tissues, nerves, sinuses, and bones. This comprehensive approach, combined with our expertise, helps us assess your candidacy for dental implants and address any potential challenges, ensuring a successful treatment outcome.
Failing to maintain proper oral hygiene can lead to the buildup of bacterial plaque, increasing the risk of conditions like gingivitis, periodontitis, and peri-implantitis—a severe inflammation of the soft tissue around dental implants. If left untreated, peri-implantitis can progress, causing damage to the supporting bone and potentially leading to implant failure.
Therefore, addressing gum disease is essential before moving forward with dental implants. In cases where gum disease has weakened the soft tissue or bone, additional procedures like bone and soft tissue grafting may be necessary to strengthen the area and ensure a stable foundation for successful implant placement.
Adequate jawbone density is crucial for successfully integrating dental implants, as they rely on the underlying bone to function like natural tooth roots. If diagnostic imaging reveals insufficient bone density or volume, we may recommend a bone grafting procedure to improve your candidacy for dental implants.
Patients with osteoporosis may have reduced bone density, and long-term use of bisphosphonates can increase the risk of osteonecrosis of the jaw, a serious condition that affects the bone. While this condition doesn’t automatically rule out dental implant placement, it requires special precautions and careful management to ensure a successful outcome.
Uncontrolled diabetes and hyperglycemia can interfere with post-surgical healing and increase the risk of infections after dental implant surgery. These conditions may also slow the fusion process, leading to delayed integration of the implants with the jawbone or insufficient osseointegration.
However, individuals with diabetes can enhance their chances of successful dental implant treatment by maintaining a healthy diet, engaging in regular physical activity, and consistently managing their diabetes with the prescribed medication. These proactive steps can improve healing, reduce the risk of complications, and improve dental implant surgery outcomes.
Studies show that smokers are at a higher risk of dental implant failure and significant bone loss around the implant site compared to non-smokers. Smoking negatively impacts oral and overall health by reducing the body’s ability to fight infection and slowing down the wound-healing process.
Specifically, smoking disrupts the integration of dental implants with the jawbone by reducing blood flow, while harmful tobacco residues delay healing and hinder new cell growth. To increase the likelihood of a successful outcome, smokers are encouraged to quit at least six months before undergoing implant surgery. Taking this proactive step can significantly improve the success rate of dental implant procedures.
At Grand Dental Implant Centers, we take pride in offering personalized solutions tailored to meet each patient’s unique needs. Our approach starts with thoroughly understanding your goals and concerns, ensuring that every aspect of your treatment is customized for the best possible outcome. We use state-of-the-art technology to elevate precision and accuracy, ensuring every procedure is performed with the utmost care and efficiency.
With advanced technology and a focus on individualized care, we are committed to providing you with the highest-quality dental experience. We prioritize your comfort, safety, and satisfaction throughout your journey toward a healthier, more beautiful smile.
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