If you want a long-term way to replace missing teeth, dental implants are the next best thing to natural teeth. So how long do they last?
Implant Options
- Single-tooth implants: a crown on one implant replaces one missing tooth.
- Implant bridges: replace two or more teeth in a row, anchored on implants instead of neighboring teeth.
- Implant-supported dentures (overdentures): dentures that snap onto implants so they stay put.
- All-on-4: a full arch held securely by as few as four implants.
Benefits
Implants are the only restoration that acts like a natural root, keeping the jawbone healthy. They are very stable, so you can eat, talk and smile with confidence, and they help keep your facial contours youthful.
How Long Do They Last?
The implant itself, the titanium post in the bone, can last a lifetime with good care and regular checkups. The crown, bridge or denture on top depends on the material and its location; back teeth take more chewing force and wear faster. With care, restorations commonly last 10 to 15 years or longer.
To help them last: brush and floss thoroughly, avoid biting hard objects and wear a custom night guard if you grind your teeth at night.
Dental Implants in Whitesboro, TX
Call (903) 564-3451 or contact us to learn more about restoring your smile with implants.