{"id":62,"date":"2026-02-23T22:48:26","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T22:48:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drdonnakiesel.com\/blog\/?p=62"},"modified":"2026-02-23T22:48:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T22:48:27","slug":"good-dental-implant-candidates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drdonnakiesel.com\/blog\/2026\/02\/23\/good-dental-implant-candidates\/","title":{"rendered":"Sugar, Spice, and Everything Necessary for A Good Dental Implant Candidate"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drdonnakiesel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"Woman pointing at her bright smile on blue background\" class=\"wp-image-63\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drdonnakiesel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.drdonnakiesel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image.png 649w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Whenever you bake something new or complex, it\u2019s good to have a recipe on-hand so you know what you need in order to get delicious results. Your dentist has a \u201crecipe\u201d for success too. During your consultation, you\u2019ll meet to discuss your candidacy for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drdonnakiesel.com\/dental-implants.html\">dental implant restoration<\/a>, but the process isn\u2019t so much about qualifying or disqualifying you from treatment as much as it\u2019s about making sure you\u2019re well-prepared to support your new smile. Here\u2019s everything that will be on their \u201cgrocery list\u201d!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Commitment to Good Oral Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>That means continuing to practice good dental habits or, if necessary, working towards better oral health. Things like gum disease, low jawbone density, and poor dental hygiene significantly increase the risk of implant failure. You\u2019ll have to commit to brushing your teeth twice daily, flossing once per day, visiting your dentist for biannual checkups and cleanings, and completing any preliminary treatments recommended by your dentist (such as gum disease therapy or bone grafting).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Effective Management of Chronic Illnesses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a chronic health condition like diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, or osteoporosis, it is possible to successfully receive a dental implant restoration \u2013 as long as you take care to manage your symptoms and work with your dentist to personalize your treatment plan. Just as an example, uncontrolled diabetes can cause inflammation and increase the risk of gum disease, both of which can jeopardize dental implants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mitigate Smoking &amp; Drinking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tobacco products are strongly associated with dental implant failure. The chemicals they contain slow the healing process, increase risk of infection, and can damage the jawbone and soft oral tissues that help keep dental implants in place. Heavy alcohol consumption, meanwhile, can prevent healthy blood clots from forming after dental implant surgery and, over time, cause jawbone loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s not easy to quit either of these habits, and rest assured, your dentist knows it. They won\u2019t judge the \u201cingredients\u201d you have or don\u2019t have for achieving a successful treatment. As your dental implant \u201csous-chef,\u201d they simply want to support you with proper planning. So please be honest about your lifestyle habits \u2013 it\u2019s in your best interest!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The important take-away here is that even if you\u2019re not a good dental implant candidate at first, your dentist can help you become one by improving your oral health and personalizing your treatment plan to account for chronic illness or less-than-ideal habits. The best way to know for sure whether a dental implant restoration is right for you is to schedule a consultation!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drdonnakiesel.com\/meet-dr-kiesel.html\">Dr. Donna Kiesel<\/a> has over 35 years of experience in dentistry and has completed advanced training courses through Spear Education. She and her top-notch team will make sure you have everything you need for a successful dental implant treatment, including the best specialists for implant surgery. To <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drdonnakiesel.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">schedule your consultation<\/a> and discuss your dental implant candidacy with Dr. Kiesel, call 972-420-4488.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whenever you bake something new or complex, it\u2019s good to have a recipe on-hand so you know what you need in order to get delicious results. Your dentist has a \u201crecipe\u201d for success too. 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