Whilst it is physically possible to have teeth pulled out for dental implants, it is advisable to keep and save natural teeth where possible. Dental implants are excellent replacements for teeth, but they will never be as good as a natural tooth! Dental implants are occasionally promoted as lasting forever and being permanent, however, it is important to note that they do have a finite lifespan and at the end of their life cycle, dental implants can be complex and costly to replace. It can involve advanced and comprehensive treatment that can require bone and gum grafting as well as several months of healing time.
If your teeth are severely affected by gum disease, tooth decay, accidents or trauma you may benefit from having your teeth removed in favour of dental implants. If you have a choice between a healthy or serviceable tooth and an implant, we would urge you to consider working with the natural tooth with a veneer or crown in order to maintain its aesthetics and function for the long-term.