Your active role in managing your gum disease is crucial before we can consider placing dental implants. Here's why.
Gum disease is an infection of the soft tissue and bone that support teeth. When you get a tooth implant, we place it into your bone, where it integrates and fuses, taking the place of your root. If your bone is compromised due to gum disease, it can't successfully support a dental implant and will fail.
Gum disease also results in bone loss and may not leave you with enough healthy bone to support an implant.
Preparing for Dental Implants in San Jose
Part of determining if you're a good candidate for dental implants is ensuring you're in good general health and have enough healthy bone structure to support the implant.
If you're suffering from gum disease, Dr. Rosete will discuss your options for successfully managing the condition and preparing your jawbone to support a tooth implant.
At Alum Hills Dental, we're committed to helping you achieve optimal dental health and a beautiful, healthy smile. If you're living with missing or compromised teeth, scheduling an evaluation with Dr. Rosete to explore your tooth replacement options is the first step towards restoring your smile and improving your quality of life.
Request an appointment online or call our team at (408) 251-0610 to schedule.