Teeth, gums and other treatmentsQuestion during treatment

I need a dental implant. Should I have it before or after orthodontic treatment?

Answered byDr Ivelina Ivanova-Koycheva, Orthodontist (MSc)Master's degrees in orthodontics in Rome and in aligner treatment in Turin, international lecturerPublished on 12 November 2026

Of course, this is a question that needs an individual answer depending on the situation. Sometimes the dental implant will be used as anchorage for moving teeth during orthodontic treatment. More often, however, the implant is placed once the orthodontic alignment is finished, so that enough space can be created for it and so that it doesn't restrict the tooth movements we want.

This answer is for general information. Your own case needs an examination by an orthodontist.