Dental implants are an excellent option for people who have lost teeth due to tooth decay or other dental problems. A dental implant is primarily a metal screw inserted into the jawbone and then secured with a set of screws.

Dental implants can last a lifetime. However, you might want to get along with a few things to help them last longer. Here are some tips:

Tooth decay: Many adults have teeth that either lose their minerals or form plaque. This produces dried-out mouth tissues and saliva that don't help fight tooth decay.