When not to have full jaw implants?- By Dr Amir Mostofi DDS, Dip. MSc

The reasons that follow are the most common, however each case should be considered by a qualified implant dentist.

  • Heavy smokers.
  • Patients with severe bruxism (grinding teeth).
  • Individuals taking bone loss prohibitory medications (like bisphosphonates for osteoporosis).
  • Patients unable to perform routine brushing procedure.
  • Patients with severe and long term systemic illness like diabetes, which might affect the healing following surgery.
  • Radiation (to the jaws) & chemo therapy.
  • Patients with cognitive decline (memory, speech, motoric, judgment and thinking).
  • Very advanced age.
  • Bleeding disorders.
  • Bone disease.
  • Severe psychiatric disorder.
All on 4 implants, teeth in a day
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