Before undergoing dental implant surgery, you should know that it can take several months to complete. This procedure involves several visits, including sedation dentistry, and may require multiple appointments. Additionally, the cost of the procedure can be quite high, depending on the type of treatment you choose. Moreover, you should have your...

If you're in good overall health, you may be a good candidate for dental implants. Although age plays a role in this, health is more important. Patients who smoke may not be a good candidate for dental implants. Smoking may also delay healing after surgery, reducing the likelihood of successful outcomes. To find out if you are a good...

Dental implants are surgically placed in the jaw. They are typically placed in the upper or lower jaw, but this is not done until the dentist has identified the anatomic landmarks and taken a CT scan of the patient's teeth and jaw. The CT scan allows the dentist to determine how much bone there is already in the jaw...