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Number of dental implants recommended?

This should be determined during the treatment plan. The number of implants needed would depend on the quality and quantity of remaining bone present and the type of final tooth replacement that the patient desires.

Simple cases may be to replace the missing teeth with single implants. In more complex cases, Dr. Gibbs will discuss with the patient options such as mini-implants, implant retained dentures, implant supported dentures or implant supported bridges.

Placing enough implants to restore teeth is vitally important to the long-term success of the restoration. It can be a costly mistake not to have enough implants placed for long-term success. If the number of implants is limited due to financial constraints of the patient, then the implant treatment should be avoided or the type of restoration must be altered.

For more information see our implant blog or call us at (630) 858-8800.

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