How Long Do Implants Last at Dogok-dong Dental Clinic?

How long do implants last at Dogok-dong Dental Clinic? Here’s how to make them last longer!

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This is OX Dental Clinic.

One of the questions many people who are considering implant treatment are most curious about is:

“How long can I use them?”

Since this is a treatment that is not cheap, it is only natural to worry about whether it can be used for a long time.

Today, I’ll explain the average lifespan of implants and how to maintain them for a long time.

Are implants permanent?

People often say they last a lifetime like “permanent teeth,” but in reality, they are often used for an average of 10 years, and if well managed, for 15 to 20 years or more.

According to actual clinical data, survival rates of over 98% have been reported, and with regular care and maintenance, there are cases where function has been maintained for an average of 20 to 25 years or more.

In the end, dental technology and the patient’s care work together to help them last a long time.

Key factors that affect lifespan

1. Surgical accuracy and the specialist’s experience

Accurate diagnosis and treatment by an experienced specialist, including bone density, nerve location, and placement angle, are the most important factors.

It needs to be placed precisely to remain stable and last a long time, even against external impact.

2. Oral hygiene management

Brushing twice a day, using dental floss or interdental brushes, and having scaling and checkups every 6 months all help prevent peri-implantitis and extend lifespan.

3. Eating and lifestyle habits

Frequently chewing hard and heavy foods, as well as habits like teeth grinding, smoking, and drinking, can place stress on the implant root.

4. Overall health condition

If chronic conditions such as diabetes, osteoporosis, or high blood pressure are not well managed, the risk of inflammation increases and recovery slows down.

5. Regular dental visits

Even if there are no unusual symptoms and everything seems to be holding up well, it is important to have a checkup every 6 months to 1 year to confirm that everything is in normal condition.

Practical tips to extend implant lifespan

✔ Use dental floss or interdental brushes along with brushing

✔ Get scaling at least once a year, and visit right away if there is any problem

✔ Avoid biting into hard foods, candy, and ice

✔ If you grind your teeth, combine treatment with a splint

✔ Smoking interferes with blood flow around the root, so quitting is essential

✔ Manage the condition after an assessment based on a full examination

Causes that can shorten implant lifespan

Periodontal disease (peri-implantitis)

– Gum inflammation can spread to the bone, causing the placed implant to loosen.

Improper surgical placement

– If it is placed at a different angle or inserted in an area with insufficient bone, the chance of failure increases.

Material problems or excessive force

– Improper prosthetics or excessively strong bite force can lead to metal fatigue or fracture.

Poor management of systemic disease

– If diabetes or osteoporosis is not controlled, the incidence of inflammation also increases.

If you want implants to last a lifetime, do this!

Specialist treatment and precise diagnosis,

hygiene and lifestyle management,

thorough regular checkups, and immediate response to warning signs

If you follow these four things well,

implant lifespan will be long enough that 10 years may not feel short at all.

In closing...

Implants are a treatment that can last a long time if they are properly planned, properly maintained, and started with a specialist.

If you are considering implant treatment, I recommend having a consultation to check your dental condition and set up a management plan in advance.