{"id":229,"date":"2020-01-20T14:21:00","date_gmt":"2020-01-20T14:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/?p=229"},"modified":"2020-02-18T14:22:00","modified_gmt":"2020-02-18T14:22:00","slug":"dental-implants-the-most-permanent-solution-for-missing-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/20\/dental-implants-the-most-permanent-solution-for-missing-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Implants: The Most Permanent Solution for Missing Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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When comparing\ndental implants to other solutions for tooth replacement, you might have some\nmisgivings about the higher price point. But over the long term, you\u2019re likely\nto find implants are the more cost-effective option due to one simple factor: a\nlonger lifespan. With the right care, implants can last for decades \u2013 or even\nthe rest of your life! Read on to learn how exactly how long you can expect\nyour new teeth to last as well as the kind of maintenance they require. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Long Can You Expect Implants to Last?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As far as the implant post itself (the part made from\ntitanium that directly integrates with the jaw) is concerned, you can normally\nexpect it to last as long as there is still enough healthy jawbone to support it.\nFor this reason, the post is considered to be permanent. Of course, the depends\nlargely on your ability to keep the implant clean and the rest of your mouth\nfree of tooth decay or gum disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You should keep in mind that the prosthetic attached to the\nimplant \u2013 be it a crown, a dental bridge, or full dentures \u2013 will generally not\nlast as long and will most likely need to be replaced at some point. That said,\nyou can still get 15 years of use or more out of a well-cared for,\nwell-protected prosthetic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Can Shorten the Lifespan of Dental Implants?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Implants are highly durable, but even they aren\u2019t\nindestructible; there are several factors that can cause them to break or\notherwise need to be removed. For example, if you bite down on something hard\nsuch as a peppermint, it might crack the prosthetic and damage the post. Also,\nif your mouth suffers from an injury, infection, or disease, your implants may\nnot last as long as expected. Thus, to keep your new smile safe, you should be extra\nvigilant about protecting your mouth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Can You Do to Make Dental Implants Last?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Luckily, taking care of implants is much like taking care of\nyour natural teeth. To help the post and the prosthetic last, your implant\ndentist is likely to suggest that you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n