{"id":2712,"date":"2023-03-12T20:04:15","date_gmt":"2023-03-12T20:04:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.joshuahongdds.com\/blog\/?p=2712"},"modified":"2025-08-22T00:43:22","modified_gmt":"2025-08-22T00:43:22","slug":"conditions-that-could-get-in-the-way-of-getting-dental-implants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/blog\/conditions-that-could-get-in-the-way-of-getting-dental-implants\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Conditions That Could Get In The Way of Getting Dental Implants"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/AdobeStock_280868133__3___1682366107_64084.jpg\" alt=\"dentist holding a model of a dental implant\" class=\"wp-image-2713\" style=\"width:300px;height:200px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/AdobeStock_280868133__3___1682366107_64084.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/AdobeStock_280868133__3___1682366107_64084-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/AdobeStock_280868133__3___1682366107_64084-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/dental-implants.html\">Dental implants<\/a> are often recommended by dentists for patients who are interested in replacing teeth that they\u2019ve lost. Not only are they incredibly realistic looking, but they\u2019re the only tooth replacement option that adequately addresses the bone loss that comes with missing teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, dental implants aren\u2019t for everyone. Dental implants require surgery to place, which means that people with select health conditions may have to consult carefully with their dentist regarding the risks of surgery. Here are some examples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Immune Disorders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most important parts of a dental implant\u2019s stability is its connection to the jaw. Ideally, the titanium post of the dental implant can actually fuse with the jawbone, a process known as osseointegration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have diabetes, cancer, or are on immunosuppressants, you may not be able to heal properly after the surgery. This increases your chances of infection and even implant failure in extreme circumstances. You may still be able to get implants, but you should have a careful conversation with your dentist about what you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Atrophied Jawbone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This may not actually prevent you from getting dental implants but could add an extra step. It\u2019s common for people who are missing teeth to see their jaw shrink from disuse, and if it\u2019s been a long time, you may not have the jawbone necessary to get a dental implant. You\u2019ll probably still be able to get one, but you may need a bone graft beforehand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Smoking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the worst things you can do for your dental implant is smoke. Tobacco irritates the gums and prevents blood flow to the mouth, both of which can put your dental implants in serious jeopardy. In fact, one study conducted at an Italian university found that smokers were around 14% more likely to see their dental implants fail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For that reason, most dentists strongly recommend quitting smoking for 2 weeks before and 90 days after your dental implant procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s worth noting that none of these necessarily prevent you from getting dental implants outright. Talk to your dentist if you have any of these conditions, and they\u2019d be happy to help you find a treatment plan that\u2019s right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Caleb Goodman offers expert general and emergency dental care in Goodyear, AZ. With a gentle, patient-first approach, our team provides thorough evaluations, pain-free tooth extractions, and comprehensive post-op support to help patients recover quickly and comfortably. Whether you&#8217;re dealing with an emergency tooth extraction or a planned procedure, we\u2019re here to help every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Call us at <a href=\"tel:+16239258822\">(623) 925-8822<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">request an appointment online<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Dental implants are often recommended by dentists for patients who are interested in replacing teeth that they\u2019ve lost. Not only are they incredibly realistic looking, but they\u2019re the only tooth replacement option that adequately addresses the bone loss that comes with missing teeth. However, dental implants aren\u2019t for everyone. Dental implants require surgery to place, which means that people with select health conditions may have to consult carefully with their dentist regarding the risks of [&hellip;] <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/blog\/conditions-that-could-get-in-the-way-of-getting-dental-implants\/\">(Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2712","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>What Can Get In The Way Of Dental Implants? | Goodman Dental<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you\u2019re interested in getting dental implants, here are a few health conditions that may give you and your dentist pause.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/blog\/conditions-that-could-get-in-the-way-of-getting-dental-implants\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"What Can Get In The Way Of Dental Implants? 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