Implant basicsBasics · 1 guides
Who can get an implant, how long one lasts and what it costs. Each guide opens with the answer, then shows the study behind it.
92%
implants still in place after 20 years, prospective studies
Kupka et al., 202498.3%
five-year survival, metal-ceramic single crowns
Systematic review, 20182.4×
odds of implant failure for smokers
Meta-analysis, OR 2.40219.53%
patients with peri-implantitis
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Common questionsFAQ
How long does a dental implant last?
In a 2024 meta-analysis, about 92% of implants followed in prospective studies were still in place after 20 years.
Does smoking make implants fail?
Smokers had higher odds of failure in a meta-analysis (odds ratio 2.402).