{"id":52,"date":"2020-10-29T23:24:00","date_gmt":"2020-10-29T23:24:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/blog\/?p=52"},"modified":"2024-09-24T04:05:59","modified_gmt":"2024-09-24T04:05:59","slug":"how-long-do-dental-implants-last","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/blog\/how-long-do-dental-implants-last\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Do Dental Implants Last?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/blog\/how-long-do-dental-implants-last\/\" class=\"block-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Dental_Implant_3__1595369091_68475.jpg\" alt=\"Dental implant\" class=\"wp-image-53\" width=\"291\" height=\"218\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Dental_Implant_3__1595369091_68475.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Dental_Implant_3__1595369091_68475-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Dental_Implant_3__1595369091_68475-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 291px) 100vw, 291px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thanks to modern dental technology, if you\u2019re one of the 178 million Americans missing at least one tooth, you have several different options to choose from in order to replace it. But when you\u2019re looking for a tooth replacement option, there are numerous things that you want to consider, like longevity. One of the most popular replacement methods that is preferred by dentists and patients alike is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/dental-implants.html\">dental implants<\/a>, but you may be asking yourself \u2013 how long do dental implants last? Continue reading to learn about the lifespan of dental implants and what you can do to increase it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long Do Tooth Implants Last?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve been looking into dental implants, you\u2019ve probably seen them be called a permanent tooth replacement option. Even though they are long lasting, they aren\u2019t made to stick around forever. Dental implants can last upwards of 25 years, but this depends on numerous factors including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Maintenance<\/li><li>Implant location<\/li><li>Gum health<\/li><li>Health conditions<\/li><li>Skills of your dentist<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can You Increase the Lifespan of Your Dental Implants?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fortunately, many of the factors listed above are in your control. Here are some steps you can take in order to give your implants the chance of lasting a lifetime:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Maintain good oral hygiene:<\/strong> Just like when you care for your natural teeth, you need to brush twice and floss at least once daily to reduce your chances of developing periodontal disease and prevent a dental implant failure.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Use your implants properly:<\/strong> Your dental implants are meant to help you chew your food and smile, not open stubborn packaging, chomp down on ice, or bite your nails. Remember that using them improperly could cause them to become damaged over time.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Choose an experienced dentist:<\/strong> Before getting any procedure done, you want to make sure that the healthcare professional knows exactly what they\u2019re doing and has plenty of experience. Ask your dentist how long they\u2019ve been placing implants and what kind of training they have. Check out some reviews too.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Visit your dentist:<\/strong> Regular appointments with your dentist are key when it comes to preventing oral health issues in the future. If there is an issue that arises with your implant, it\u2019s important that your dentist catches it early on so it can be addressed and treated as soon as possible.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dental implants are a big investment, but they have so many unique benefits that you cannot get with other tooth replacement options. When you do your research and maintain them properly, you will be able to show them off for many years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/meet-your-dentist.html\">Dr. James K. Kramer<\/a> is an experienced dentist whose career in the field expands more than 30 years. He is a Master in the Academy of General Dentistry and a member of numerous other organizations including the American Dental Association, Delaware State Dental Society, and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. For more information on dental technology or to schedule an appointment at his office in Selbyville, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call (302) 436-5133.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Thanks to modern dental technology, if you\u2019re one of the 178 million Americans missing at least one tooth, you have several different options to choose from in order to replace it. But when you\u2019re looking for a tooth replacement option, there are numerous things that you want to consider, like longevity. One of the most popular replacement methods that is preferred by dentists and patients alike is dental implants, but you may be asking yourself \u2013 how long do dental implants last? Continue reading to learn about the lifespan of dental implants and what you can do to increase it. <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/blog\/how-long-do-dental-implants-last\/\">(Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-52","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>How Long Do Dental Implants Last? Selbyville | James K. 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