Am I a Candidate for Dental Implants?

Who Is a Good Candidate for Implants?

Good candidates for dental implants typically have:

• One or more missing teeth, or teeth that need to be removed
• Adequate bone density to support implants (or willingness to pursue grafting/pterygoid options)
• Good overall health — no uncontrolled diabetes or active gum disease
• Non-smoker or willingness to quit smoking around surgery
• Realistic expectations about the healing timeline

What If I've Been Told I Don't Have Enough Bone?

This is one of the most common concerns — and one of the most common misconceptions. Dr. Conner Noland specializes in pterygoid implants, an advanced technique that uses the pterygoid bone (behind the upper jaw) as an anchor point. This allows full arch restorations in patients who previously had no options due to severe bone loss.

Don't accept a "no" without a second opinion from a high-volume implant dentist.

Take the 2-Minute Quiz

Not sure if you qualify? The Am I a Candidate quiz takes 2 minutes and gives you a personalized answer. Or call us directly at (501) 362-0550 — Noland Implants & Aesthetics is located at 821 W Main St, Heber Springs, AR 72543.