Am I a good candidate for dental implants?

Whether or not you are a good candidate for dental implants depending on two factors - the amount and quality of the bone you have at the site of implant placement and your general health. To explore this further, the bone quality and size need to be assessed with a special CT scan called Cone Beem CT. Your medical history is important as well. Smoking and diabetes are contraindications or can increase the chances of implant failure. Some medications, like Prolia, which is related to bone density can also cause issues with an implant. When discussing this with your dentist, be sure to be honest and transparent about your health and history.