How Long Can Dental Implant Last?


Dental implants are the best choice for long-term tooth replacement, but how long does the dental implant last? The factors that influence the duration of dental implants depend to a large extent on the patient's lifestyle and overall dental hygiene. In fact, dental implant technology has become so advanced over the years that implant failure due to rejection or functional problems has largely become a problem in the past. Preexisting medical conditions, disease and implant abuse are more likely to be factors that cause implant failure. If you have questions about dental implants, please visit our professional website dentalsalemall.com for more information.

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To fully understand the question of how long the dental implant lasts, let us first understand the three key components of dental implants:

Implant - The implant is a titanium column that is surgically placed in the patient's jawbone and serves as the root of the crown.
Abutment - The abutment is attached to the implant and holds the crown in place.
Crown - The crown is a ceramic tooth that is attached to the abutment and provides the appearance of a natural tooth.

Generally, the exposed abutments and the crowns are more susceptible to damage than the implant itself.

Assume that the patient receives two regular dental check-ups a year, then the implant itself can last for a lifetime if adequate brushing and flossing are used for proper maintenance. However, the crown is rated to last for about 10 to 15 years before normal wear can cause the tooth to require replacement, although excellent dental hygiene can extend the life by over 15 years.

The oral location is also a factor in the expected life of the dental implant. Implants at the back of the mouth are subject to more stress due to chewing, which causes them to fail faster than the implant in front of the mouth.

Moreover, a good dental implant machine also acts as a very important role during the dental implant surgery, because it can affect the success rate of the surgery, which affects the longevity of a dental implant. Therefore, dentists should use a good dental implant machine to treat their patients.

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  1. mine az4 November 2019 at 02:47

    I think this totally depends on material and quality and of course the care we do in such cases. My cousin got it done from dentist Manhattan Beach couple of months ago. She is okay with the adjustments done and even regular with her checkups. Now planning for gold caps on wisdom tooth due to some infections there.

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