Dental Implants Recovery and Aftercare Dental implant recovery depends on a number of factors, including the various procedures required to complete your treatment. However, it is generally recognized that once an implant has been placed, maintaining diligent oral hygiene habits is required to ensure proper fusing of the implant and bone structure. Failure to floss and brush is a leading cause of implant failure, and infection can occur if the implant and surrounding areas are not cleaned properly. Smoking also is attributed to high failure rates with dental implants and should be avoided following implant procedures.
When dental implants are used to support crown restorations (like individual teeth), the entire treatment procedure may take anything from three to nine months to complete.
Healing from the surgical procedure to place the dental implant(s) takes up to six months, while the fitting and seating of the crown(s) can take up to two months. Again, this timeframe depends on individual cases and treatments. Follow-up appointments with your treatment coordinators are essential for monitoring your progress. Additionally, even after the abutment and crown, bridge or implant-supported denture have been placed, routine follow-up appointments and cleanings still are required with your dentist and hygienist to ensure the longevity of your treatment.
If cared for properly, an implant restoration can remain in place for more than 40 years. It is generally recognized that once an implant has been placed, maintaining diligent oral hygiene habits is required to ensure proper fusing of the implant and bone structure. Failure to floss and brush is a leading cause of implant failure, and infection can occur if the implant and surrounding areas are not cleaned
