{"id":164,"date":"2025-01-17T11:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-17T11:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.patriotdentalpensacola.com\/blog\/?p=164"},"modified":"2025-02-17T23:31:09","modified_gmt":"2025-02-17T23:31:09","slug":"how-a-dental-implants-materials-affect-its-lifespan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.patriotdentalpensacola.com\/blog\/2025\/01\/17\/how-a-dental-implants-materials-affect-its-lifespan\/","title":{"rendered":"How a Dental Implant\u2019s Materials Affect Its Lifespan"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It\u2019s no surprise that your lifestyle impacts how long dental implants last. When your actions affect natural teeth, the same applies to artificial ones<\/a>. Still, did you know a dental implant\u2019s materials also affect its lifespan? Depending on the post\u2019s parts and their makeup, your treatment could last more or less time than usual. Your Pensacola dentists will gladly tell you more if you\u2019d like. So, here\u2019s a primer on how an implant\u2019s materials affect how long it works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Context: Dental Implants Often Last Decades<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you get into the nitty-gritty, there\u2019s another question you should ask: how long do implants last in general? Its answer offers context on how materials affect implant lifespan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A \u201cnormal\u201d dental implant lasts about 15 to 20 years. To that extent, its lifespan will exceed those of dentures or dental bridges (i.e., 5-7 years.) That said, dental implants can last even longer with proper care. A well-maintained one will often last or work for 30 years or more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of course, various factors will affect how long your dental implants last. These include your oral hygiene habits, diet, the treating dentist\u2019s expertise, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Implant Materials Can (and Do) Affect Lifespan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One lesser-known thing that affects a dental implant\u2019s lifespan is its materials. Since the post has different parts, its components can often vary in quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental implants generally consist of three main parts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n