Dental Implant Function
- What is dental implant failure?
- When do dental implants fail?
- Will dental implants fall out?
- Can dental implants decay?
- Can dental implants be rejected by the body?
- Are all-on-4 dental implants removable?
- Are there alternatives to all on four implants?
- What is the downside to dental implants?
- How long do dental implants last?
- What do dental implants look like?
- Will dental implants help with gum disease?
- Will my dental implants look natural?
- What are dental implants made of?
- Can dental implants be removed?
- When will dental implants not work?
What is Dental Implant Failure?
Although dental implants are the most recommended form of tooth replacement, in very rare cases, they can fail and become loose.
What is Dental Implant Failure?
When do Dental Implants Fail?
Dental implant failure is generally split into two different categories: early implant failure, which occurs early on in the healing process, and late implant failure, which can occur anytime from a year after placement to several years later.
When do Dental Implants Fail?
Will Dental Implants Fall Out?
Your dental implants are surgically placed into your jaw bone. However, if you have severe gum disease or suffer from bone loss, your implants may become loose and fall out.
Will Dental Implants Fall Out?
Can Dental Implants Decay?
Dental implants are made out of titanium and porcelain so they will not decay. However, it’s still important to practice good oral hygiene to maintain healthy gums as gum disease can lead to implant failure.
Can Dental Implants Decay?
Can Dental Implants be Rejected by the Body?
If you have a titanium allergy, your body may reject dental implants made of titanium. However, there are other materials you can choose from when deciding on dental implants.
Can Dental Implants be Rejected by the Body?
Are All-On-4 Dental Implants Removable?
At Lewis Family & Implant Dentistry, we offer removable All-on-4 dental implants. Learn about the benefits of these super-stable removable dental implants.
Are All-On-4 Dental Implants Removable?
Are There Alternatives to All on Four Implants?
When it comes to replacing your teeth, you have a variety of options available for your choosing from traditional dental implants to bridges -- each with its own unique advantages.
Are There Alternatives to All on Four Implants?
What is the Downside to Dental Implants?
While dental implants are the most preferred method of dental restoration, they come at a cost, literally. Dental implants can cost anywhere from a few thousand dollars to tens of thousands of dollars.
What is the Downside to Dental Implants?
How Long do Dental Implants Last?
If properly taken care of and placed by an experienced dentist, your dental implants will last you the rest of your life. However, the crown can last up to 15 years before replacement is needed.
How Long do Dental Implants Last?
What do Dental Implants Look Like?
Dental implants are made to resemble natural teeth, so much so most people will be completely unaware you’re even wearing them.
What do Dental Implants Look Like?
Will Dental Implants Help with Gum Disease?
Gum disease is caused by poor oral hygiene which can occur with natural teeth and implants. However, if gum disease led to your tooth loss, dental implants are a great way to help restore your smile.
Will Dental Implants Help with Gum Disease?
Will my Dental Implants Look Natural?
Thanks to advances in technology, dental implants today look completely natural, down its shape, size, and shade.
Will my Dental Implants Look Natural?
What are Dental Implants Made of?
Dental implants are made of titanium, zirconia, and porcelain. These materials are used because they’re highly durable, long-lasting, and won’t corrode.
What are Dental Implants Made of?
Can Dental Implants be Removed?
Dental implants are designed to be permanent solutions for tooth replacement, however, there are some cases, where your dentist may recommend removing the implant or relocating it.
Can Dental Implants be Removed?
When Will Dental Implants Not Work?
Not everyone is a candidate for dental implants, so if you have insufficient jaw bone or suffer from gum disease, your dental implants may fail.
When Will Dental Implants Not Work?