Is 60 to old for dental implants? It's that or dentures which I really don't want!?

Hi! I've been in dentistry for over 25 years and have 11 implants myself. Over the past 15 years I have patients that have had dental implants at 70 plus and love them. I recommend them for just about everyone as long as no active periodontal disease is present. With the new "short fatties" we can even place successful implants in jaws that have had some bone loss and they are very successful. Dentures are the last option as they almost never fit properly and must be removed to clean. The tend to look like a "denture" because they are. Most implant surgery can be done in one visit, then wear a temperary denture for a few months until the implants heal and the fixed crowns can be made and placed. I recommend that all patients follow a serious healthy diet, so NOT smoke and most of all take a good vitamin supplement to promote healing and bone regeneration. C, Zinc and calcium are a plus. Eat healthy and drink lots of good water eat day. Limit alcohol and sugar and you should end up with a great smile. Good luck. M

Is 60 to old for dental implants? It's that or dentures which I really don't want!?
It's not so much dependent on age as it is bone loss. Only a dentist can decide if you would be a good candidate for implants. I would say go for it and see what happens.
Reply:You can have dental implants done well into your 80's.


Lots better for your health than loose dentures.
Reply:Dentures are useless. I got 12 teeth implanted and far above 60 and I am enjoying my meals. So if you take my example, can go ahead with it.
Reply:It depends on your general health and your willingness to maintain the final treatment. Even with bone loss, you can still get dental implants. A bone graft would be needed prior to implant placement.


My father was 70 when he got implants. He is 83 and the implants are doing fine.