If you do break a tooth or have one knocked out, see your dentist immediately. That's why it is best if your dentist consults with your physician before any dental procedures are performed. If despite your best efforts at good dental hygiene you lose a tooth or teeth, you do have several options. Implants come closer than dentures to mimicking your own teeth in that they look natural and feel secure. With implants, artificial teeth are attached directly to the jaw in a series of procedures that may take up to nine months to complete.
Implants have a lifespan of many years under the right conditions and when properly cared for.
Candidates for this procedure must be in good health, have healthy gums, have adequate bone to support the implant, and be prepared to practice excellent dental hygiene after the implant process. If you have full or partial dentures, you'll want to maximize their longevity. Depending upon the fit, the material, the condition of your jaw, and how you maintain them, your dentures could last as long as five years. Check the fit. Let your dentist know if they become uncomfortable.