At what age is it typically best to place an implant in a male patient?

The placement of dental implants is typically best conducted after the completion of skeletal growth, which occurs at different ages for males and females. In males, this skeletal maturity generally happens around the age of 22. By this age, the facial bones have usually reached their full size and development; placing implants before this point can risk complications related to growth, such as implant displacement or failure. Placing an implant too early can also result in esthetic issues as the jawline continues to change.

In contrast, earlier options, such as ages 14 and 15, are typically considered too young for implant placement in males, as significant growth is still likely to occur. The age of 7 is even earlier, well before the primary growth spurts related to skeletal maturity, making it inappropriate for implant placement. Therefore, the most appropriate age for placing implants in male patients is around 22 years, ensuring a higher success rate and better long-term outcomes for the patient.