Q.
Hey. I’m just wondering, is the success rate of a dental implant in any way related to the teeth surrounding it? I have a missing tooth, and the two teeth beside is are not in the best condition, though I don’t want to get rid of them. Will keeping them in place affect how successful the dental implant would be? Thanks.
Hey. I’m just wondering, is the success rate of a dental implant in any way related to the teeth surrounding it? I have a missing tooth, and the two teeth beside is are not in the best condition, though I don’t want to get rid of them. Will keeping them in place affect how successful the dental implant would be? Thanks.
A.
Thanks for getting in touch. It depends on the condition of the teeth. If they are decayed, loose or infected, it’s probably worth including them in the implant treatment. I know you say you don’t want to remove them but your dentist might suggest you have the 3 removed and replaced with 2 implants and a bridge. However, if the teeth are fine, just not perfect, then no – your treatment should not be affected. Hope this helps.
Thanks for getting in touch. It depends on the condition of the teeth. If they are decayed, loose or infected, it’s probably worth including them in the implant treatment. I know you say you don’t want to remove them but your dentist might suggest you have the 3 removed and replaced with 2 implants and a bridge. However, if the teeth are fine, just not perfect, then no – your treatment should not be affected. Hope this helps.
Dr Nick Fahey
Woodborough House Dental Practice
21 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LR
Web: www.woodboroughhouse.com Tel: Tel: 0118 984 3108
Harley Street Dental Studio
42 Harley Street, London W1G 9PR
Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.comTel: 020 7636 5981
