Learning Center — 01
Dental Implants
Modern dental implants are among the most predictable procedures in medicine. This center explains what they are, how they integrate with bone, and what determines a result that lasts decades.
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Essential Reading
Osseointegration, Explained
The living connection between titanium and bone — and why it takes months, not days.
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Common Questions
Frequently asked.
Well-placed and well-maintained implants have documented survival rates exceeding 95% at ten years, with many lasting decades.
Placement is performed under local anesthesia and, when indicated, sedation. Most patients report the recovery is milder than a routine extraction.
Adults with adequate bone volume (or a plan for grafting), healthy gum tissue, and general health that supports healing.
The most common long-term failure — peri-implantitis — is preventable through professional maintenance and daily care.
Medically reviewed
Reviewed and edited by Dr. Marianna Zadov, DDS. Last updated August 2026.
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