New York dentist, Dr. Toscano and our team at Manhattan Periodontal Associates understand the embarrassment and frustration that having one or more missing teeth can cause. There are several options in dental restoration that can help ease your anxiety about facing the world with missing teeth, whether it be dentures, crowns, or bridge-work. These days, dental implants are by far the most practical and commonly used procedure being used to replace missing teeth. In some cases, it can be a dental miracle when it comes to restoring your smile back to beautiful. If you have been considering dental implants in New York, you may be wondering if you would be a good candidate for this procedure.

It’s true, dental implants are not for everyone. However, if you have one or more missing teeth, or if you currently use dentures and they are giving you trouble, then you may be a great candidate for dental implants. Along with that, there are a couple of other considerations that may impact your possibilities for dental implants. You must be in good enough general health to be able to withstand surgery, and have sufficient bone in your jaw to be able to support the implants. You must also be in good oral health to qualify for dental implants, and with that said, you’ll want to be committed to continuing your good dental hygiene habits after receiving the implants in order to prevent failure. Smoking doesn’t necessarily disqualify you as a candidate for dental implants, but if you continue to smoke after the surgery, it’s possible that smoking will impact their success rate. If all of this sounds good, dental implants might be the exact solution to improving your smile.

At Manhattan Periodontal Associates, we specialize in periodontics and the use of dental implants in New York. Schedule an appointment today, and we can set up a consultation to review your options for smile restoration. We look forward to hearing from you!