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Airport security checks might be necessary, but they can be a major annoyance. Emptying your pockets. Pulling your laptop out of your carry-on. Take your shoes off.

Some people considering whether to get a dental implant may wonder if it will affect airport security.

Dentistry at Bridlewood – Stephen H. Dunn & Associates can answer the questions commonly asked about dental implant procedures and airport security.

Will a tooth implant show up on the metal screening?

Yes.

Will a TSA agent need to run a wand over my jaw?

Not likely. A dental implant has a diameter between 3.4 and 5.5 mm. And the agent can see where it is located.

What about artificial hips and knees?

Prosthetics and metal joint replacements may trigger a secondary screening. We have never heard of an incident where a dental implant prompted a wand or intrusive body check.

A permanent dental implant is still the best choice for restoring a lost tooth

The very slim chance that it could delay you at an airport screening checkpoint is no reason to avoid getting an implant.

A permanent dental implant is a permanent replacement for all parts of the tooth. It consists of three parts: the post (usually titanium), the abutment, and the restoration.

Tooth implants are used in a variety of applications for people of all ages. For instance, an implant can support a crown. Multiple implants can support bridges and dentures. But not everyone is an ideal candidate.

We answered the FAQs about implants and airport security. Here are some other important questions.

If you answered yes to these questions, give us a call today to schedule a consultation.

Contact Dentistry at Bridlewood – Stephen H Dunn & Associates:

352-779-2052

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

7555 SW Highway 200, Ocala FL
Ocala, Florida
34476