Implants (44)

Apart from aesthetics, what are the benefits of implants over dentures and is there an age limit to having implants?

When is the best time to have implants?

Why an implant rather than a bridge?

I have one tooth missing.  Please advise on my options prior to my visiting a dentist so that I am fully prepared with another opinion as to how to proceed and maybe I shall choose a new dentist with your help.

What is the success rate of implants?

My dentist is suggesting that I have a zirconia implant.  I have enquired and googled but not many people seem to be using it.  Every one talks about titanium and nothing else. I do not want any metal in my mouth.  Can anyone help me to decide? I do want an implant but I do want one that will last as long as possible as I only want to spend my money once.

I have an upper bridge that broke in two. There are eight "teeth" - beginning with the front two (where there are roots) and then there is a span of 4 unsupported teeth and then it goes back to the last two molars (with roots). The bridge is only 6 years old.  Is there any way to repair the bridge or do I have to buy another one?

I am with an nhs dentist they have done fillings for me and polished my teeth and they feel lots better but i have quite a gap inbetween my teeth from the third one at the front theres a gap missing where i fell and had the whole tooth taken out but its really getting to me as im embarrased people can see it as i can can i get anything done please under the nhs thanks

Am I too old at 80 to have implants?  I would rather just have dentures but they move a lot!

What would the expected side- effects of an implant be to hot or cold?