{"id":202,"date":"2019-12-18T16:53:41","date_gmt":"2019-12-18T16:53:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=202"},"modified":"2020-01-30T16:54:13","modified_gmt":"2020-01-30T16:54:13","slug":"how-can-i-make-my-dental-implants-last-a-lifetime","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2019\/12\/18\/how-can-i-make-my-dental-implants-last-a-lifetime\/","title":{"rendered":"How Can I Make My Dental Implants Last a Lifetime?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_218033502__1580403109_16095-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Smiling older woman with dental implants\" class=\"wp-image-203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_218033502__1580403109_16095-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_218033502__1580403109_16095-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_218033502__1580403109_16095.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The American Academy of Implant Dentistry estimates that\nnearly 3 million people have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/dental-implants.html\">dental\nimplants<\/a> and 500,000 more are placed every year. They\u2019re the most popular\nchoice for replacing missing teeth because of how similarly they look and act\nlike the genuine article! They can reduce your risk of gum disease and\nencourage bone health, all while rebuilding your confidence with a beautiful,\ngap-free smile. If you\u2019re one of those people who has invested the time and\neffort into improving your smile with a dental implant, it\u2019s up to you to help\nit last for years to come! Learn the best tips to care for your dental implants\nin Joplin so they can last you a lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top 3 Tips for Dental Implant Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only do implants look and function like your natural\nteeth, but they\u2019re generally cared for in the same way as well! With regular\nproper care, your new teeth can last your whole life. The best tips for protecting\nyour dental implant are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Keep it clean.<\/strong> Clear out harmful bacteria\nby keeping up great daily dental routines like brushing for two minutes twice a\nday. Bacteria that\u2019s allowed to accumulate can cause infections in your gums\nand serious trouble for your implant. <\/li><li><strong>Protect it.<\/strong> Your dental implant is meant\nto be strong and durable, but it\u2019s not perfect. Use low abrasive toothpaste and\ntoothbrushes with soft bristles to clean your restored smile without\naccidentally damaging it.<\/li><li><strong>See your dentist. <\/strong>Regular checkups from\nyour dentist can offer a deep clean in hard to reach places where dangerous\nbacteria may be hiding. They can also evaluate the current state of your dental\nimplant(s) and catch any early signs of trouble. &nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens if I Don\u2019t Take Care of My Dental Implants?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although long-term studies on dental implants suggest that\nthe success rate is close to 98%, implant failure can still happen. It\u2019s true\nthat your implant isn\u2019t in danger of getting cavities, but a buildup of plaque\ncan still pose a threat to it in other ways. As the bacteria from plaque\naccumulates around your implant, it can infect the surrounding gums and cause a\nresponse from your immune system. This could be the start of a condition called\nperi-implantitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When peri-implantitis is present, the inflammation in your\ngums can spread all the way down to your jawbone and weaken it. If the bone\naround your implant is damaged, your implant can loosen and fall out. That\u2019s\nwhy it\u2019s so important to keep your implant clean and protected from infections!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental implants are a great solution for missing teeth. With\nthe proper care, they can give you a functional, healthy, and beautiful smile\nthat lasts a lifetime!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Dr. Dan K. Young is a restorative, cosmetic, and implant\ndentist who has been serving the Joplin area for over a decade. He is a\ngraduate of Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine&nbsp;and\nrecently studied at McGarry Implant Institute to hone his skills in dental\nimplant surgery. He is passionate about restoring healthy smiles that inspire\nconfidence with services like dental implants. If you\u2019d like to know more, he\ncan be reached at via his <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/contact-us.html\"><em>website<\/em><\/a><em>\nor at <strong>(417) 781-3440.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The American Academy of Implant Dentistry estimates that nearly 3 million people have dental implants and 500,000 more are placed every year. They\u2019re the most popular choice for replacing missing teeth because of how similarly they look and act like the genuine article! 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