Author (thomashaviland8). Submitted on Mon, 16 Jan 2012
As many dental patients know, a thorough examination is scheduled before any procedure. In the case of dental implants, we look for certain indicators to decide if you are a good candidate for the procedure.
Visual Exam
Your Dallas, TX implant dentist will need to perform a thorough exam of your jawbone in order to decide if the area has sufficient density and strength. The condition of the bone in which the implant will be placed is the most significant factor that will affect the long-term success.
Dental X-Rays
After visually examining and measuring your jawbone, your implant dentist will then take dental x-rays of your jawbone to get a closer look at the situation. They will consist of several panoramic x-rays as well as individual x-rays.
Evaluation of Bone
By evaluating the bone width, height and density, your dentist will determine if there is adequate mass and quality in order to support a dental implant.
Your implant dentist might determine that the bone is not adequate and is not strong enough to support a dental implant. This deficiency can result from bone loss that occurs in the areas of the jawbone where teeth are missing.
Other Considerations
Your implant dentist will also search for other potential problems such as location of nerves, sinuses, blood vessels and roots of adjacent teeth. The gum tissue in the area also must be healthy and free of disease.
Your Dallas, TX cosmetic dentist is happy to answer any questions you many have about the whole dental implant process.
If you have questions, please visit us at www. dentistindallastexas.com for complete details and answers.