Is It O.K. to Do a Dental Implant on a 17 Year Old Boy?

February 29, 2012
Asked By:Lincks

My 17 yo son was recently diagnosed with an external resorption of tooth #8 (idiopathic, no known hx of trauma). His dentist, peridontist, and recent oral surgeon consult all recommend dental implant surgery. My primary concern is the timing of the implant. The oral surgeon recommends sooner rather than later due to risk of fracture vs. extraction and further loss of structure on which to build an implant. My son just turned 17, has gone through puberty. Is it too early to do an implant?

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March 5, 2012

Answer: Implants on a 17 year old Male

March 5, 2012

Answer: Implants on a 17 year old Male

March 5, 2012

Answer: Implants should be done only after growing

March 5, 2012

Answer: Implants should be done only after growing

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