Yes many dental implants can last twenty years or more. The exact length of time depends a lot on how healthy the bone and gumsre around the implant. Your everyday oral care also matters.<\/p>\r\n
Usually the crown will wear out before the implant itself. After twenty years your dentist might suggest replacing the crown even though the implant underneath’s still fine.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 The implant fixture can stay stable for years if the surrounding bone stays healthy.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 The crown may need attention sooner especially if you grind your teeth at night.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 Small changes around the gum can become obvious especially if plaque has built up there for years.<\/p>\r\n
An implant does not suffer tooth decay. The tissue around it can still develop problems. Bacteria around the implant can cause inflammation. If that inflammation gets worse bone around the implant can gradually be lost.<\/p>\r\n
So even if the implant feels completely solid your dentist still needs to check the area. An X-ray can reveal changes that’re not obvious when you look in the mirror.<\/p>\r\n
Honestly waiting until something hurts is not a good strategy with implants. Problems around an implant can develop quietly in the early stages.<\/p>\r\n
A routine examination allows your dentist to check the implant, the surrounding gums, the bite and the crown. If something is beginning to change dealing with it early is usually much easier than trying to fix a problem later.<\/p>\r\n
A failed implant needs an assessment. Bone loss can make it loose. Infection around the implant can also cause trouble. Damage to the components is another possibility.<\/p>\r\n
Your dentist may take X-rays. Examine how firmly the implant is held. If the implant has lost support removal may become necessary. Sometimes the area can later be treated for another implant depending on how much healthy bone remains.<\/p>\r\n
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