For people with missing teeth, there is nothing better than being able to enjoy delicious food, just as the saying goes, “the thing you cannot get is the best.” In order to realize this dream, more and more people resort to dental restoration. However, there are so many restoration methods on the market that it is difficult to pick. When the dental implant came out, it immediately caught people’s attention. There’s no doubt that dental implant is a great choice for dental restoration but the high price scared quite a number of people away. Even though some people think the price is acceptable, they are curious about the longevity of the implant, as they hope to get the value for what they pay. So how long can dental implants last? Let’s take a look.

1. The healthier the patient, the longer the implant will last.

Once a dental implant doctor said in his speech that a dental implant could be used for 40 years. "It is still unknown if I can live for that long," a woman over 60 said immediately. This is not just a joke. To judge the life expectancy of a dental implant, first of all, the patient must stay alive as long as possible.

2. The life span of dental implant depends on both the dentist and the patient.

Besides the doctor's skills and the implant brand, the life span of dental implant is also closely related to the patient's physical condition, maintenance of teeth, lifestyle and eating habits. And those are all about the patient.

Dental implant is not once and for all, and the maintenance is even more critical. Dentists will try their best to extend the life of dental implant after the patient has worn it. That’s why patients with dental implants are required for regular check-ups. Don't dismiss the doctor's instruction, "you need regular subsequent examinations and timely maintenance".

3. Regular examinations to maintain good oral hygiene.

Dental implant, like natural tooth, must be brushed properly, so as to maintain good oral hygiene and to prevent inflammation around the implant.

The dental implant has a potential to last lifelong if it keeps a good relationship with the surrounding natural teeth. However, if the surrounding teeth are experiencing periodontitis, bone absorption or impacted by external collision, etc., more and more teeth will fall off and the surrounding alveolar bone will shrink. As a result, the service life of the implanted tooth will be shortened.

Simply put, the healthier the surrounding teeth, the longer the dental implant will last. Dental implants with regular teeth cleaning last longer than those without.

As long as regular check-ups are made to ensure good oral condition, the artificial implant can work for as long as the natural tooth.

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