Are Dental Implants Worth It for a Patient Near 70?

Yes, its a great idea. Being able to chew food for the next 25 years will improve your overall health. Also if you can only chew on the opposite side then those overused teeth can start to have problems and it becomes a dominoe affect.

Dental implants are equally successful in older patients. I have placed implants in patients who were 85 or more. Many patients are relatively healthy and live a full life and continue to enjoy eating, socializing, and being active. I think dental implant therapy is a great service for such patients who otherwise will experience great difficulties.

I am often asked about osteoporosis. It is important to know that osteoporosis is not a contraindication as implants are equally successful in such patients.

Please read my article on RealSelf for more on this topic:  Do dental implants really work? Misconceptions and the truth about dental implants

If it makes you feel better, I had a lady a couple of years ago who went into full braces at 70 before having a couple of implants placed and most of her remaining teeth restored.  She loves it - I was recently invited to a small birthday party for her husband who's mouth I restored after hers!  The right dentist will make it work for you and you'll be so glad you did it for yourself!  Might as well enjoy your time here - you can't take it with you!  Best of luck!!!