Dental implants are the most durable tooth-replacement option available today. The titanium post integrates with your bone and, in the right mouth, can last for the rest of your life.
The implant itself
A well-placed titanium implant in healthy bone is remarkably durable. The material is biocompatible, does not corrode, and fuses with bone over a few months of healing — after which it behaves structurally like a natural tooth root.
What threatens implant longevity
Implants do not get cavities — but the gum and bone supporting them can develop inflammation (peri-implantitis) that threatens stability. Daily cleaning around the gumline, regular checkups, and avoiding smoking are the three biggest predictors of long-term success.
The crown has its own life
The crown on top of the implant has its own lifespan — usually 10 to 15+ years before it needs refinishing or replacement. That is a much easier exchange than replacing the implant itself.
With good care, most patients we treat today will never need to have their implant replaced.
