Three Factors for Long-Term Dental Implant Success: Up to 40-year Follow-up

Abstract

This article provides clinicians with 3 main factors that relate to long-term success. Long term in this article represents the lifespan of the patient, often requiring more than 40 years of function on the implant restoration. Literature is reviewed and used to provide evidence for these recommendations. Cases are presented to demonstrate these critical factors.

Keywords: Grafting; Implant maintenance; Long-term; Material choice.