Implants Have Nothing to Do with Age.

Hello, this time I’d like to talk about the myths and truths surrounding implants.

In the past, implants became popular among people aged 65 and older because the financial burden was reduced, but now, thanks to their excellent function and aesthetics, they are widely used from younger people to older adults.

However, as with dental treatment in general, there are times when people feel vague anxiety. In particular, implants are surrounded by various myths and rumors.

So this time, let’s look at the myths and truths about implants in a Q&A format.

Q. I heard that if it has been a long time since I lost a tooth, I should get dentures instead of an implant.

• That is not true. When getting an implant, the condition of the bone is important. If there is enough bone width and length, and you are not taking blood-related medication, you can get an implant at any time. However, if the bone condition is poor or insufficient, the bone can first be reinforced with a bone graft before placing the implant. So there are very few cases where an implant cannot be done.

Q. I’m worried because I heard implants are difficult if you are young.

• Implants can be done by anyone regardless of age. In particular, teenagers often want implants if they lose a tooth due to an accident or for other reasons. However, during the growth period, it is better to perform the implant after growth has ended rather than before.

Q. Are implants covered by insurance if there are no teeth?

• Insurance-covered implants are only possible when at least one tooth remains. If all teeth are missing, insurance coverage for implants does not apply.

Q. I heard that imported implants are better.

• Recently, domestically made implants have been widely used. Korea’s dental treatment technology is recognized worldwide, so domestic products are often recommended.

Q. Is an implant the best treatment among all treatments?

• An implant is only one type of dental treatment. Rather than treating all teeth with implants, it is better to choose them only when necessary. Since the treatment takes a long time and is expensive, it should be selected carefully.