Dental Implants: Too Young, Too Old, Or Just Right?

There are so many thoughts that can fill your head as you investigate dental implants that you might find it dizzying, overwhelming, or just “too much.” We get it. However, we also like to remind patients that there’s no need to go into overdrive when thinking about implants or wondering about candidacy. Determining the details and finding out everything you need to know can happen all in just about one single visit with our Livonia, MI team. So, if you’ve been feeling a little worried as of late particularly due to questions about time, age, and more, let us help you feel better about the specifics. For everything else, schedule a consultation ASAP!

It’s Possible To Be Too Young

Sure, it is absolutely possible to be too young for a dental implant. Why would someone need one as a child or teen, you wonder? Well, an accident can lead to a missing tooth. Sometimes, genetics come into play and a person does not develop one or more permanent teeth. The result? Young individuals require replacements, too. With implants, this is a solution that can only become suitable once an individual’s jawbone has reached its growth completion. Otherwise, it’s not a stable place for an implant. This usually occurs around one’s late teens or during one’s early twenties. Until then, we can rely on alternatives.

You Cannot Be Too Old

As long as your jaw isn’t growing anymore, you can’t be too old for dental implants. If you happen to connect the idea of age to the thought of declining dental health, we remind you that these two are not actually directly linked. That is, unless you do not care for your smile! If you do, then you can look forward to a lifetime of oral health and easy implant candidacy in most cases.

It’s All About Your Oral Health, So Remember This!

As mentioned, the determining factor when you are hoping to receive dental implants is the health of your teeth, jawbone, and other tissues. You need oral health, a strong jawbone, and other particulars to support implants. Not sure what they are? Come see us. Worried that your mouth isn’t very healthy? We can help you with that!

Find Out More About Your Personal Implant Candidacy

When you schedule a consultation with us, you quickly learn more about your candidacy for implants. James Stewart, DDS, and our team serve patients from Livonia, MI, as well as Farmington Hills, Farmington, Plymouth, Northville, Novi, Dearborn Heights, Dearborn, Garden City, Westland, Redford, and the surrounding communities. To schedule a consultation, call our office today at (734) 425-4400.