Can I actually get an implant?

Bone, gums, age, health conditions — honestly who qualifies, who needs a little prep first, and what the workarounds are.

• Do I have enough bone for a dental implant?Worried you have lost too much bone for an implant? Here is how much bone is really needed, how it is measured, and what happens if you are short.
• Gum disease and dental implants: can you still get one?Had gum disease and worried it rules out implants? Here is why treated gums can still support an implant — and why the disease must be controlled first.
• Am I too old for dental implants?Wondering if you are too old for a dental implant? There is no upper age limit. Your health matters far more than the number on your birthday.
• Dental implants with diabetes: what you need to knowCan you get a dental implant if you have diabetes? Yes — when your blood sugar is well controlled. Here is why control matters more than the diagnosis.
• Smoking and dental implant success: the real riskDoes smoking ruin dental implants? It genuinely raises the failure risk — but implants can still work. Here is the honest science and what actually helps.
• Osteoporosis, bisphosphonates, and dental implantsHave osteoporosis or take a bone medication? Implants are often still possible. Here is the real story on bisphosphonates, MRONJ risk, and safe planning.
• Blood thinners and implant surgery: is it safe?Take a blood thinner and need an implant? Surgery is usually safe without stopping your medication. Here is why, and how your dentist manages bleeding.
• What disqualifies you from dental implants (and the workarounds)What actually disqualifies you from dental implants? Very little is permanent. Here are the real obstacles — and the honest workaround for each one.