Dental implants have become increasingly popular over the past decades because of the unique benefits they provide. They’re the only method of replacing teeth that includes a support rod that fuses with your jawbone. As a result, they provide the stimulation necessary to keep your jaw strong and healthy despite any gaps in your smile. Not only that, but they’re capped with a tooth-shaped crown so no one can tell the difference between your natural teeth and your false one(s).
Generally, dental implants are incredibly durable and have a high success rate of 95% in patients under 40 years old, and 85% for those over 40. Despite this, they’re not entirely impervious to harm, so it’s important not to fall into bad habits that could result in their failure. Keep reading to learn 3 things you might be doing that could damage your dental work.
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