Implants mimic natural teeth іn appearance and function and may help prevent bone loss іn the jaw. Unfortunately, however, not everyone should undergo this procedure; people with certain health conditions оr lifestyle habits, such as smoking, should carefully consider this decision before undertaking such procedures.
Autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis may impede healing, leading tо complications оr implant failure. Grinding teeth (bruxism) also poses risks.
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Diabetes
Diabetes, its duration and its management all impact the outcome and success of dental implant rehabilitation in diabetic patients. Proper dental care during treatment can increase both outcomes and survival rates of implants in diabetics.
Recent systematic reviews of clinical studies concluded that patients with either type-1 or type-2 diabetes exhibited lower implant success rates and marginal bone loss rates than non-diabetics, though these studies had limited lengths of follow up and relied heavily on records rather than random selection. Therefore, more prospective interventional clinical studies with longer follow up duration will be necessary in order to gain an in-depth understanding of how diabetes influences implant success rates and rates of peri-implantal disease incidence.
Hyperglycemia impacts the immune system in many ways, including suppression of cytokine production, impairment in phagocytosis and complement effector function, inhibition of leukocyte recruitment and delayed establishment and infection in peri-implant tissue due to delayed immune response; all factors which could potentially harm healing.
Osteoporosis
Bone health is an integral element of dental implant success. A strong bone can support an implant securely within the jawbone and allow it to integrate with surrounding bone through osseointegration; however, certain systemic diseases may hinder this process and impair bone healing and maintain good bone health.
Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones lose density and become fragile, increasing the likelihood that they break. This can result in decreased jawbone density around dental implants, hindering their fusion with surrounding bone properly.
People living with osteoporosis should strive to manage and monitor their condition, taking all medications prescribed by their physician and following advice from their dentist in order to avoid complications from developing. They should avoid behaviors which increase their risk of fractures such as smoking and overly intense physical activity that decreases bone density; eating foods high in calcium and other essential nutrients for bone health is also recommended; regular dental examinations should also be scheduled so as to monitor successful implant integration as well as assess tissue health status.
Smoking
Smoking poses a grave danger to dental implants and can result in complications for them. Smoking particularly damages healing processes and their surrounding peri-implant tissues; furthermore it increases gum disease risks which in turn compromise supporting structures of implants. It may even hinder osseointegration – the process by which an implant and jawbone fuse together – thus leading to its loosening or failure.
Recent research shows that smokers experience significantly higher rates of implant failure compared to non-smokers. Furthermore, this research demonstrated a correlation between smoking and early stages of implant failure as well as daily cigarette consumption increasing its likelihood. There are ways patients can lower their risk of implant failure; such as quitting smoking altogether and adhering strictly to post-surgery care instructions; in addition, visiting their dentist regularly for checkups and treatment for any oral issues can help identify issues before they become serious and treat them early on.
Gum Disease
Gum disease is a preventable health issue that can significantly decrease the success of dental implant procedures. Gum disease often arises from poor dental hygiene and an accumulation of plaque at the gum line; its progression into periodontitis (which leads to painful, bleeding gums) has been linked with other health conditions like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and rheumatoid arthritis.
Advanced gum disease can reduce bone density, which is essential for successful implant integration into the jawbone. Untreated gum disease can also lead to infection and inflammation around an implant causing peri-implantitis – noticeable symptoms include swelling, tenderness, bruising and pus formation around its edge.
Mild to moderate cases of gum disease typically qualify for dental implants after corrective procedures, provided a thorough dental evaluation is completed by a dentist or periodontist and they adhere to an oral hygiene regime of twice daily brushing with soft-bristled toothbrushes and non-abrasive toothpaste, flossing using interdental brushes or water flossers, and using antibacterial mouthwash can greatly decrease their risk of gum disease.
Cancer
Patients receiving cancer treatments may have compromised immune systems that interfere with surgical procedures and healing afterwards. Therefore, it is crucial that cancer patients be in good overall health prior to undertaking dental implant surgery.
Cancer type and radiation type can have an effect on the outcome of dental implant procedures. Chemotherapy affects rapidly dividing cells that help with wound healing and bone regeneration, potentially interfering with healing from implant procedures. Some chemotherapy drugs, like Herceptin, target HER2 receptors that increase risk for dental infection.
Before seeking oral rehabilitation with dental implants, those diagnosed with head and neck cancer must consult an oncologist and dentist in order to gain as much information about treatment as possible and assess a patient’s jawbone and remaining teeth in order to determine eligibility.
