{"id":196,"date":"2021-08-23T15:06:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-23T15:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sachsefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=196"},"modified":"2021-08-27T15:08:44","modified_gmt":"2021-08-27T15:08:44","slug":"are-dental-implants-safe-for-diabetics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sachsefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2021\/08\/23\/are-dental-implants-safe-for-diabetics\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Dental Implants Safe for Diabetics?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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It\u2019s a common misconception that diabetics do not make good candidates for dental implants. While it is true that patients with this condition are more at risk of dental implant failure, it doesn\u2019t mean they\u2019re automatically ruled out from treatment. Studies show that implants are deemed safe for individuals with controlled diabetes, as long as their overall health complies with standard guidelines. Read on as we discuss what you should know about diabetes and dental implants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why Are Diabetics at Risk for Dental Implant Failure?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes are more at risk for dental implant<\/a> failure because they take longer to heal and are prone to infection. If diabetics develop an infection around the implant site, it can cause it to fail and lead to other complications. Plus, the condition affects the osseointegration process (when the jawbone fuses with the implant). For diabetics, this process may take longer than usual or not occur at all. It\u2019s worth noting that dentists consider age when determining whether a patient is a good candidate. The longer you\u2019ve had diabetes, the more susceptible you are to infection and slower healing processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Can Diabetics Ensure Successful Dental Implantation?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Are you diabetic? Don\u2019t worry \u2013 there are many steps you can take to ensure successful dental implant treatment, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n