dental implant

Indications: - alternative for patients unsuccessful with removable dentures * successful integration of osseous implants is not age-related Complications: - not an increased risk of squamous cell carcinoma Notes: - not covered by Medicare. - generally not covered by standard dental insurance

General

dentures implant

References

Geriatrics Review Syllabus, American Geriatrics Society, 5th edition, 2002-2004