Dental implants are the golden standard of tooth replacement because they look and function exactly like natural teeth. Once they have been surgically placed and fused to the jawbone, they can bite and chew in exactly the same way as real teeth, a feat that traditional restorations cannot perform. However, also like real teeth, they are not invincible, and the patient’s oral care will largely determine whether they last for a lifetime or a few months. Here are some do’s and don’ts to keep in mind when caring for dental implants.
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