Month: November 2023

If you have had dental implants recommended, you may wonder how long you can expect them to last. While every patient’s situation is unique, generally, the implant should last indefinitely, and the crown of the dental implant can last anywhere from 10 to 15 or more years before needing to be replaced. Dental implants last the longest of all the options available for tooth replacement. What Factors Affect How Long Dental Implants Last? Poor hygiene can lead to gum disease,[…] Read More

Dental implants are a common solution to replace missing teeth due to their ability to function like natural teeth. During dental implant surgery, an oral surgeon places small titanium screws into the jawbone to serve as artificial tooth roots to create a stable foundation for attaching replacement teeth. Receiving dental implants requires a few different procedures to prepare the mouth for the implants. One of the earliest steps is surgery to install the implants, which typically takes one to two[…] Read More