Why don't dental implants show up on scanners at the airport?

Answering and following: As a frequent flyer with a full set of dental implants, I can only assume it's because the amount of metal isn't large enough to be detected. read more

A dental implant patient wonders whether her four implants will set off the security alarm while walking thru the metal scanner at the airport. A dental implant patient wonders whether her four implants will set off the security alarm while walking thru the metal scanner at the airport. read more

Some airports have sophisticated scanners that will show that you have breast implants. Don't think of it too much. You are not the only woman. Most women have implants these days. These scanners not only pick up implants but also all kinds of body implants. Safe travels. read more