{"id":167,"date":"2024-10-17T14:29:10","date_gmt":"2024-10-17T14:29:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.riverstationfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=167"},"modified":"2024-11-19T14:30:17","modified_gmt":"2024-11-19T14:30:17","slug":"how-long-do-dental-implants-last-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.riverstationfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/how-long-do-dental-implants-last-2\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Do Dental Implants Last?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Replacing lost teeth with prosthetics like bridges or dentures is a good short-term solution for restoring your smile and bite. But unfortunately, these options don\u2019t last forever. In fact, even under the best conditions they typically only survive around 10 years. That means that in about a decade, you\u2019ll be faced with the cost and inconvenience of once again replacing them. With dental implants<\/a>, you won\u2019t need to worry about this recurring expense. In fact, with proper care and maintenance, they could potentially last a lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s how your new dental implants could become a permanent addition to your smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Are Dental Implants?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dental implants are permanent restorations that are implanted into the jawbone to replace lost teeth. The implant itself is a titanium post that is topped with an abutment and crown that both looks, feels, and works just like the real thing. Because they are integrated into your jaw, dental implants are permanent, but there is a small chance of them failing if you don\u2019t take proper care of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Caring for Dental Implants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Caring for your dental implants is a lot easier than other methods of restorations. In fact, it\u2019s no different than caring for your natural teeth. Simply brush them twice a day, floss at least once a day, and visit your dentist twice a year for your regular exams and cleanings. Because they\u2019re not \u201creal\u201d teeth, your crowns will never get cavities, but failure to brush and floss could lead to bad breath, staining, gum disease and possible implant failure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Benefits of Dental Implants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In addition to looking just like your real teeth, dental implants have many other benefits, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n