{"id":147,"date":"2019-10-11T16:35:37","date_gmt":"2019-10-11T16:35:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/?p=147"},"modified":"2026-04-03T18:17:54","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T18:17:54","slug":"how-long-do-dental-implants-last-are-they-worth-the-investment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/2019\/10\/11\/how-long-do-dental-implants-last-are-they-worth-the-investment\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Do Dental Implants Last? Are They Worth The Investment?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/2019\/10\/11\/how-long-do-dental-implants-last-are-they-worth-the-investment\/\" class=\"block-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_282990550__1573490120_11344-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"worry-free couple dancing in their kitchen\" class=\"wp-image-148\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_282990550__1573490120_11344-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_282990550__1573490120_11344-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_282990550__1573490120_11344.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Living with missing teeth isn&rsquo;t just an annoyance,\nit can also cause oral health problems to develop. That&rsquo;s why most patients\nturn to dental implants in Melbourne. They&rsquo;re a long-lasting, strong, and\ndurable solution that offers unmatched benefits compared to traditional\noptions. Although patients are often turned off of the procedure by the higher\nup-front cost, they forget to consider that they last for decades, making them\nthe more economical solution in the long-run. Read on to learn how the\nmaterials and technology used for dental implants contributes to their lifespan\nof over 30 years when they&rsquo;re properly cared for. <\/p><!--more--><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Components and Materials of Dental Implants<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are three key components that complete the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/dental-implants.html\">dental implant<\/a>\nprocedure: <\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The implant itself, which is a titanium post\nthat&rsquo;s surgically placed in the jawbone.<\/li><li>The metal connector piece called the abutment\nthat holds the restoration in place.<\/li><li>The restoration, which is often crafted from\nnatural-looking materials such as ceramic.<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Titanium is a biocompatible metal that is able to naturally\nfuse with the jawbone, allowing patients to enjoy a strong bite that makes it\neasy to chew and digest all of their favorite foods with ease. Additionally, it\nforms something called an oxide layer once it has integrated with the body,\nkeeping it from eroding or rusting away, and extending its lifespan. Because\nthe realistic-looking restorations are crafted from strong and durable\nmaterials such as ceramic and porcelain, with the proper care, they maintain\ntheir beautiful appearance and last for decades. <\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Average Lifespan of Implants Compared To Other Replacement Options<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dental implants are a relatively newer dental treatment,\nwhich means there are only a few <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/26288163\/\">long-term clinical studies<\/a>\nthat have speculated their maximum lifespan. As of now, they&rsquo;re expected to\nlast about 30 years with the proper aftercare and at-home hygiene routine.\nHowever, many professionals and researchers believe that they can last even\nlonger, possibly a lifetime. <\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other tooth-replacement options such as denture, fixed\nbridges, and crowns that aren&rsquo;t fused with the jawbone need to typically be\nreplaced every 7 to ten years, even with great aftercare. This means that\nalthough implants may have a higher up-front cost, patients are able to enjoy\nthem more. In the time that someone goes through three pairs of dentures, a\ndifferent person with implants didn&rsquo;t have to worry about readjusting,\nrelining, or restoring their restoration.&nbsp;\n<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Caring For Dental Implants To Extend Their Life<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best way to get the most out of dental implants in\nMelbourne is to develop a good oral hygiene routine and keep up with their\nprofessional preventive care. After all, one of the biggest factors that\nresults in implant failure is poor oral hygiene. To avoid this from happening,\nbe sure to:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Brush your teeth after each meal using a\nnon-abrasive toothpaste and soft-bristled brush. <\/li><li>Rinse daily with antibacterial mouthwash. <\/li><li>Floss at least one time every day. <\/li><li>Visit your dentist every six months for checkups\nand cleanings. <\/li><\/ul><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although dental implants seem like a large investment of\nmoney and time, most patients and professionals will agree that it&rsquo;s well worth\nit. While traditional restorations provide basic restored function of your\nmouth and an aesthetically pleasing look, dental implants practically give you\nback your home-grown pearly whites because they rebuild the structure of your\nmissing teeth from the root up. 30 years from now, you won&rsquo;t regret the\ndecision! <\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Beverly Rose has been in private practice in the\nMelbourne area for over two decades and has developed great, long-lasting\nrelationships with her patients. She stays up-to-date with the latest\nadvancements in her field by remaining an active member of professional\norganizations, allowing her to offer high-tech services such as dental\nimplants. She has also undergone extensive post-graduate training in several\ntechniques. For questions or to schedule a consultation for dental implants,\nvisit Exceptional Dentistry&rsquo;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call\n321-259-4666.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Living with missing teeth isn\u2019t just an annoyance, it can also cause oral health problems to develop. That\u2019s why most patients turn to dental implants in Melbourne. They\u2019re a long-lasting, strong, and durable solution that offers unmatched benefits compared to traditional options. Although patients are often turned off of the procedure by the higher up-front cost, they forget to consider that they last for decades, making them the more economical solution in the long-run. Read on to learn how the materials and technology used for dental implants contributes to their lifespan of over 30 years when they\u2019re properly cared for. <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/2019\/10\/11\/how-long-do-dental-implants-last-are-they-worth-the-investment\/\">(Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-147","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/147","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=147"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/147\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":784,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/147\/revisions\/784"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=147"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=147"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=147"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}