What is a dental implant? A dental implant is essentially a titanium screw or cylinder, between 8mm and 16mm long, which is inserted into a prepared bony socket in your jaw and acts as a replacement root for your missing tooth. A special attachment, called the abutment, is fitted to the top of the implant and forms the external connection for the new replacement tooth (crown) or teeth (bridge or denture).
How long does it last? Dental implants can last for many years and probably for a life time, if properly maintained with adequate brushing and flossing. In addition to brushing and flossing you should also visit a good dental expert for regular dental checkups after every six months. It is probably true to say that dental implants, like natural teeth will last for as long as you care for your implants.
Dental problems usually stem from poor oral hygiene and dental treatment when required. It is also the same in case implants. If you don’t care for your implants, a coating will develop like neglected natural teeth. If it is left untreated it can lead to gum infection and general discomfort. So the answer to your question is the success of implants depends on a few factors like the way you live with proper nutrition, the dentist you choose to get your dental implants, quality of dental care and if the bone they are fitted to is strong and healthy.
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