My dentist has been after me to have an implant - I finally decide to do it only to find out he won't do the implant and wants to refer me to an oral surgeon. The reason for this is the CTx test came back below normal - 30 pg/ml. The reference range was 40 - 49 years: 40-465. I have been taking Alendronate Sodium Tablets for about 5 years. My dentist says it's minimal risk - I say if it's minimal why won't he do it. The tooth (#10) has been out since I was 21 - I'm now 59 and sick of wearing a partial plate. What's your take on this? Please help