[Health Column] Is Full Implant Safe for Older Adults?

 

hello. Director Jeong Jae-wook of Gangnam Saero Dental Clinic no see.

 

If a lot of teeth fall out "now denture Is there no other answer? "There are many people who worry first.

Especially those over 60 This makes treatment choices more careful, so these days instead of dentures Full implant The number of people who are concerned about this is increasing.

 

But when it comes to implants, it's natural Surgical burden, recovery, and cost The same worries come to mind and you end up postponing your decision.

Fortunately, recent advances in full implant technology have made treatment much more precise and accessible than in the past.

 

Since the entire implant procedure requires a complex and precise treatment process, the experience and capabilities of the medical staff are very important.

That's why If a place can perform full implants reliably, you can also expect a high degree of completion and success rate for single implants.

 

In this column, we will discuss what a full implant is. , Do I really need to plant so many? , Is it possible even if you are elderly or have an underlying disease? Let me explain.

 

 

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1. What is a full implant and under what circumstances should it be considered?

👋 Full implants are a treatment that restores the entire dentition to function like natural teeth.

 

Full implants are a treatment designed to restore both aesthetics and function when teeth are missing throughout the upper or lower jaw.

This can be considered not only for those who are missing all their teeth, but also for those who find their existing dentures uncomfortable or want to replace all their remaining teeth.

 

 

🔸 It's easy to understand it like this

• If all teeth are missing → Full replacement purpose

• If your dentures are uncomfortable → A more stable alternative with a fixed structure

• If only part of the tooth remains → The purpose is to restore the integration of function and aesthetics.

 

 

 

Full implants do not mean “planting all the teeth as many as there are teeth.”

How to treat Designed to fit the patient's condition It will work.

 

 

2. Is it really better to plant more? What is the "economics of minimum planting"?

👋 The key isn't "a lot," but "just the right amount, in the best location."

 

In the past, it was thought that implants had to be placed for every missing tooth, which made the cost and surgical burden extremely high. However, today's approach has changed.

 

 

✔️ Important points

• Even if all of the upper and lower teeth are lost

• Only the minimum number of implants are placed based on the location of strong gum bones.

• By that number Full tooth function can be sufficiently restored

 

Especially at our Gangnam Saero Dental Clinic All-on-Four method is a method of supporting a fixed prosthesis with about 4 implants. ⚠️ Reduced surgical scope ⚠️ Reduced recovery burden ⚠️ Reduced cost burden This has great advantages.

 

 

“Planting a lot = good treatment” is not true.
Structurally stable and only as much as necessary Planting is the key.

 

 

 

 

3. Is it safe for the elderly, diabetics, or people with high blood pressure? What if I'm concerned about safety?

👋 We use a burden-reducing approach with precise digital solutions.

 

Many people give up on implants because of concerns such as “I’m too old…” or “I have a chronic illness…”

However, full implants can be an important treatment that can significantly improve the quality of life for these people.

 

• Based on 3D digital precision analysis → Pre-surgery mock surgery Reduce error with

• Minimize the extent of the incision → Reduces bleeding and swelling & helps speed recovery

• Plant only where absolutely necessary → Minimize physical strain

 

 

 

So we can organize it like this
✔️ Suitable for seniors as well
✔️ Even if you have a systemic disease, it is possible if the design is tailored to your individual condition.
✔️ What's important is Precision diagnosis + selection of experienced medical staff

 

 

 

❓ FAQ

 

Q1. I am old. Can I still get it if I have diabetes or high blood pressure?

A1. It is possible.

Recently, precision planning utilizing 3D digital equipment and minimally invasive techniques (e.g., navigation implants) have been applied to reduce bleeding and swelling and shorten surgical times. This has allowed even elderly patients and those with systemic diseases to receive safe treatment.

 

Q2. I'm really worried about the pain. Is there a way to get treatment that will make it less painful?

A2. For patients with significant pain anxiety, methods (e.g., sleep implants) can be used to help them receive treatment in a comfortable environment. This can help reduce surgical noise and fear, allowing for a more comfortable experience.

 

 

 

📝 conclusion

 

Full implant is not simply a “replanting of teeth” treatment, Treatment to restore life functions and comfort no see.
✔️ Planting a lot is not necessarily a good thing.
✔️ Minimum planting design considering cost and burden is an important criterion.
✔️ Even if you are elderly or have a chronic disease, it is a completely possible choice if you have a precise diagnosis and a safe system.

 

but, Each patient's gum bone condition, oral structure, and health condition are different.
Don't judge based solely on information on the Internet. After a detailed consultation with an experienced specialist Finding the “right treatment plan for me” is the safest way.

👉 Please look forward to the next column, which will cover 'All-on-Four full implants' in more detail!

 

 

Gangnam Saero Dental Clinic

Director Jeong Jae-wook

Ministry of Health and Welfare, Dental Prosthodontics Specialist

Graduated from Yonsei University College of Dentistry

Graduated with a master's degree from Yonsei University School of Dentistry

Intern at Yonsei University Sinchon Severance Hospital , Prosthodontics Residency Completion

Korean Academy of Prosthodontics, recognized and full member

Korean Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Implantology (KAOMI) Premium Member

Regular member of the Korean Society of Temporomandibular Joint and Occlusion

Full member of the Korean Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry

jeon ) Adjunct Professor, Yonsei University College of Dentistry

jeon ) Former Director of Yonsei Good Day Dental Clinic Yangjae Branch

hyeon ) Korean Academy of Prosthodontics, Board of Review , Expert Committee/Academic Affairs Committee

hyeon ) Korean Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Implantology (KAOMI) Director of Academic Planning

 

 

 

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