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Am I a Candidate for Dental Implants?
During your evaluation, Dr. Pournik will assess your condition and determine whether implants are the right solution — and how to achieve the most stable, long-term result.
Am I a Candidate for Dental Implants?
Dental implants are one of the most reliable ways to replace missing teeth. Many adults who have lost one or more teeth can benefit from them.
However, not every situation is the same. Bone condition, bite function and overall health all play a role in determining what is possible and what will be successful long term. Dr. Pournik takes a comprehensive approach — evaluating not just the missing tooth, but the entire system — before recommending treatment.
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Many People Are Good Candidates for Implants
You may be a candidate for dental implants if you:
Implants can be used to replace:
For many patients, implants restore chewing ability, preserve bone and provide a more stable, natural-feeling result.
Bone Support Is an Important Factor
Dental implants integrate with the jawbone, so bone quality and volume are important.
Dr. Pournik uses 3D CBCT imaging and digital planning to evaluate:
This allows implants to be placed precisely and in the most stable position for long-term success.
In many cases, bone grafting is performed at the time of extraction to help preserve the jaw and support future implant placement — rather than allowing bone loss to occur over time.
Options When Bone Is Limited
Even when bone has been lost, there are often solutions. In some cases, bone grafting can rebuild support for implants. In others, treatment can be planned to work with the existing anatomy. Dr. Pournik uses different implant systems and techniques depending on the situation, including options designed for areas with reduced bone.
The goal is always to create a stable, long-term result — not simply to place implants as quickly as possible.
Medical Considerations
Certain medical conditions can affect healing and require additional planning.
These may include:
Having one of these does not automatically rule out implants. It means treatment must be carefully evaluated and planned. Dr. Pournik reviews your medical history as part of the diagnostic process to ensure treatment is appropriate and safe.
Sometimes a Tooth Can Still Be Saved
Implants are an excellent solution when a tooth cannot be predictably restored. Dr. Pournik evaluates whether a tooth can be saved before recommending extraction. When a tooth can be treated successfully, preserving it may be the better long-term option. The goal is always to recommend what is healthiest and most stable — not simply to replace teeth.
A Thorough Evaluation Comes First
The best way to determine whether you are a candidate for dental implants is with a detailed evaluation.
Dr. Pournik’s Implant Precision Evaluation is a focused, diagnostic appointment designed to assess your bone, bite and overall feasibility for implant treatment.
Based on this evaluation, she will explain: