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How implants last for decades.<\/h1>\r\n

With good hygiene and regular check-ups, implants are a permanent solution. Here is how to look after them and what to watch out for.<\/p>\r\n

<\/span>Written by Ivana Trampu\u0161<\/b><\/span> ·<\/span>Translation awaiting language review<\/span>\r\n ·<\/span>Updated: 16 July 2026<\/span><\/div>\r\n
Book a free consultation<\/a>In this guide<\/a><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
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In brief<\/div>\r\n

The implant itself, with good care, remains a permanent solution, while the crown or bridge on it can be renewed over the years if needed. Long-term success depends less on the procedure itself and more on how you look after the restoration.<\/p>\r\n

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Decades<\/div>
with good care<\/div><\/div>\r\n
6 to 12 months<\/div>
between check-ups<\/div><\/div>\r\n
Hygiene<\/div>
the decisive factor<\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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In this guide<\/span>

What is important to know.<\/h2>

Two things make the biggest difference: good daily hygiene and regular check-ups at which we spot any changes early. These guides explain what both look like in practice.<\/p><\/div>\r\n

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Hygiene at home<\/h3>

Regular, correct cleaning, including the spaces around the implants, following the instructions you receive at the clinic.<\/p><\/div>\r\n

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Regular check-ups<\/h3>

Professional maintenance every 6 to 12 months, depending on the indication, makes early action possible.<\/p><\/div>\r\n

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Peri-implantitis<\/h3>

Inflammation of the tissue around an implant, which can be prevented with good hygiene and check-ups, and which responds well to treatment when caught early.<\/p><\/div>\r\n

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Habits that make a difference<\/h3>

Smoking, diet and general health affect longevity, just as they do with natural teeth.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n

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All guides in this topic<\/span>

In detail, article by article.<\/h2><\/div>\r\n
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How to Care for Dental Implants So They Last Decades<\/h3>
A well-placed implant can serve you for the rest of your life,…<\/div>
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How Long Do Dental Implants Last? Data From Studies<\/h3>
It is the question almost every patient asks before they commit to…<\/div>
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Common questions<\/span>

Frequently asked questions.<\/h2><\/div>\r\n
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How long do implants last?<\/h3>

With good care and regular check-ups, implants last for decades. In practice, longevity depends on hygiene and habits.<\/p><\/div>\r\n

Do I need special care?<\/h3>

Care is similar to looking after natural teeth, with extra attention to the spaces around the implants. We adapt the instructions to your restoration.<\/p><\/div>\r\n

Why are check-ups important?<\/h3>

At check-ups we spot changes early and act before they become a problem, which protects your restoration in the long term.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\n