A dental implant is placed into the jawbone, so planning involves much more than choosing a replacement tooth. Before treatment, a dentist needs to understand the condition of the gums, jawbone, nearby teeth, nerves, and other structures in the area.
The amount and shape of available bone can vary from one person to another. Previous tooth loss, gum disease, injury, and other dental conditions may also affect the area where an implant could be placed.
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