Why Does Implant Lifespan Vary From Person to Person? Look Closely at HaruPlasma, Which Helps Extend Implant Lifespan Even Further!

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If you have often felt discomfort in daily life after losing a tooth, you probably hope to keep your implant in good shape for a long time after treatment.

In fact, implants are made from materials and strength similar to natural teeth, so with proper care they can last just as long as natural teeth.

The average implant lifespan is commonly cited as 10 to 15 years. However, this is only an average figure. Many implants last more than 20 years, and many remain semi-permanently in place without any major problems.

Since many people want their implants to last as long as possible, today we will look at the various factors that affect implant lifespan.

1. Thorough Oral Hygiene Habits

Some people believe that implants are made of a material that cannot decay like cavities, so they think they need less oral hygiene care than natural teeth.

However, this is a very dangerous misconception. Implants indeed cannot decay, but that does not mean you can neglect oral hygiene. On the contrary, you need to take even more thorough care, using mouthwash and interdental brushes in addition to brushing.

Natural teeth have their own resistance that helps block bacteria and viruses, but implants are artificial structures, so they cannot defend themselves against such attacks.

As a result, inflammation can spread easily and worsen into peri-implantitis. In some cases, it can become serious enough to require a re-operation.

Therefore, to keep your implant healthy for as long as possible, you need more thorough and meticulous oral hygiene care than before.

2. Avoiding Smoking and Alcohol

Frequent smoking and heavy drinking can have a serious impact on gum health. In particular, after treatment, they hinder inflammation recovery and slow down healing. They can also harm the bond between the implant and the jawbone, which may shorten the implant's lifespan.

Harmful substances in tobacco, including nicotine, reduce blood flow and interfere with gum regeneration. Alcohol, when consumed excessively, weakens the immune system, which raises the risk of bacterial infection and further increases the chance of inflammation.

For these reasons, avoiding smoking and drinking after treatment is extremely important for extending implant lifespan and maintaining stable results. We strongly recommend continuing to quit smoking and avoid alcohol even after treatment for the sake of your oral health.

3. Securing a Strong Jawbone

Implants are structured to be firmly anchored in the jawbone to provide support, so the condition of the jawbone above all has a major impact on treatment success and implant lifespan.

If the jawbone is strong and healthy, the implant will remain stable. Conversely, if the jawbone has eroded due to cavities or inflammation, or has been left untreated for a long time after tooth extraction and resorbed, its anchoring strength weakens. The same applies when the natural jawbone is thin.

In situations where the jawbone is unfavorable for implant lifespan, supplementary procedures such as bone grafting may be necessary, and these become a key factor in determining how long an implant lasts.

Ultimately, even with the same implant, results can vary greatly depending on the quality and quantity of bone. That is why it is important to accurately assess the condition of the jawbone through a thorough examination in advance, and to take appropriate steps so that implant lifespan and stability are secured to the fullest extent.

4. Stable Osseointegration During Recovery

An implant is not a treatment that ends simply because it was placed well. It must properly bond with the jawbone to secure its lifespan, which is why the recovery process is so important.

Oral hygiene during the recovery period is key here. As mentioned earlier, keeping the area clean and avoiding alcohol and smoking allow the implant to bond smoothly with the jawbone.

Beyond these measures, there is a technology that can help improve implant lifespan more effectively: the plasma implant, which applies plasma to the implant surface.

A plasma implant removes hydrocarbons from the implant surface to increase its hydrophilicity. This activates the surface, allowing it to bond with the jawbone quickly and firmly.

When fusion with the jawbone happens faster, the implant is less affected by outside disruptions, and it can secure its anchoring strength more quickly. This naturally extends the implant's lifespan.

Since plasma implants use advanced technology, it is especially important to have a systematic framework in place to use them effectively.

At Haruplant Dental, we have placed a total of 40 surface treatment devices in every treatment room so that plasma treatment can be applied immediately, ensuring efficient use of plasma implants.

As a clinic specializing in plasma treatment, Haruplant Dental practices rigorous quality control to provide uniform and stable plasma implants. Through our professionally equipped plasma system, you can shorten your recovery period and experience a more satisfying treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average lifespan of an implant?

The average lifespan of an implant is generally reported to be 10 to 15 years. However, this is only an average figure, and many implants last more than 20 years or remain semi-permanently in place without major problems.

What factors affect implant lifespan?

The main factors include oral hygiene care, avoiding smoking and alcohol, securing a strong jawbone, and stable osseointegration after treatment. Although implants cannot decay, neglecting oral hygiene can allow inflammation to spread and worsen into peri-implantitis.

Do implants need less care than natural teeth?

No. Although implants cannot decay, that does not mean you can neglect oral hygiene. You should clean more thoroughly than just brushing, using mouthwash and interdental brushes.

How do smoking and drinking affect implants?

Smoking and drinking can slow inflammation recovery and harm the bond with the jawbone, which may shorten implant lifespan. Nicotine and other harmful substances in tobacco reduce blood flow to the gums and interfere with regeneration, while heavy drinking weakens immune function and can increase the risk of infection.

How does a plasma implant work?

A plasma implant applies plasma to the implant surface to remove hydrocarbons and increase surface hydrophilicity. This activates the surface so it can bond with the jawbone quickly and firmly.

What should I do if my jawbone is thin?

If the jawbone is thin, supplementary procedures such as bone grafting may be needed. For this reason, the clinic stresses the importance of a precise examination beforehand to accurately assess the condition of the jawbone.