How long Will An Implant Last?
Modern dental implants have been maintained in individual cases for more than forty years. An implant, although made of metal, still requires continued care after placement. This includes patient home care and professional maintenance. The life of the dental implant varies with factors of patient health, patient habits (smoking, oral hygiene), and structural overload. Dental implants are of course not subject to dental decay, but the crowns and dental bridges they support may be subjected to wear. Patients whould also be aware that they need to maintain the health of the gums around the implants.
With proper care dental implants can be expected to last the lifetime of the patient!