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Can Anyone Get Dental Implants? Eligibility Explained

Your Smile’s Ticket to the Implant Club

Dental implants sound amazing (because they are!), but at Topeka Oral Surgery, we get the question: “Am I even a candidate?” The short answer? Most people can get implants, but a few factors play a role. Let’s see if you’re ready to join the implant club.

The Must-Haves

  • Healthy Gums: No active gum disease—think of it as a clean slate for your implant’s new home.
  • Enough Bone: Your jaw needs sufficient bone to anchor the implant. Lost some due to tooth loss? No sweat—we can often rebuild it with a bone graft.
  • Good Overall Health: Conditions like uncontrolled diabetes or heavy smoking can slow healing, but we’ll work with you to assess and adjust.

Who Might Need a Little Extra?

  • Younger Patients: If your jaw’s still growing (think teens), we might wait. Timing’s everything! We plan to wait until we are 18 years old before getting dental implants.
  • Medical History: Radiation therapy or certain meds might complicate things, but we’ve got solutions to explore since wound healing VERY limited.
  • Time Constraints: Implants take a few months to fully integrate—not ideal if you need a quick fix.

The Good News

Even if you’re not a “perfect” candidate right now, we can often get you there. Bone grafting, gum treatments, or a tailored plan can open the door. One patient told us, “I thought my thin jawbone ruled me out, but a graft made it happen!”

Check Your Status

Wondering if implants are in your future? Reach out to our office, Topeka Oral Surgery. Call us today at 785-228-0500, or fill out the form below and we’ll reach out to set up your evaluation.

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