I am 69 and have had a bone graft on lower left. Missing 4 teeth. Is it necessary for me to do implants at my age?

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Scott Young, DDS · Answer

Hello, Thank you for contacting Dr. Scott Young DDS.  To answer your question; at age 69, should you consider implants. Upon examination, if you are a candidate, implants are good at any age.  Please give us a call at 281-367-5559 for any additional questions or concerns.

Helen P. Chiu, DMD · Answer

The answer depends on the condition of your other teeth and whether you are able to chew, and whether this is something financially feasible.  Often, the upper teeth will start to "descend" onto the lower jaw if there are teeth missing.  This can cause spaces to develop on the upper teeth.  The spaces can trap food and cause cavities.  Overuse of the teeth on the otherside can cause those teeth to deteriorate faster.
When there is only one missing tooth, the consequence is not dire.  But with four missing teeth, the long term damage can be significant.  
People are living longer these days.  Life expectancy is in the mid 80's. Therefore you have to decide for yourself what your dental/general health situation is vs. your financial situation.

German Arzate, DDS - Account Suspended · Answer

The best way to preserve the bone and to have that area like how it was is with Dental Implants that can be placed in just one visit,the only inconvenience is to wait at least 3 months for the osseointegration,and later on it will have a great result functional and cosmetic,for a long lasting term solution Dental Implants will be the best way to restore cases like yours,its worth the surgery and the waiting time,also search for a Dental Implant specialists so you will be in expert hands

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