What are dental implants made of and does the body accept them?
Dental implants are made of a titanium metal alloy that has been proven 100% biocompatible. That means that the body readily accepts the implant and will begin to attach itself to the implant as if it were a natural part of the body. The most common cause of implant failure is infection, and the most common cause of infection is inadequate or improper oral hygiene. To maintain your implants at their healthy best, it is imperative that you follow the home oral care routine as instructed by your dental team, as well as go to all of your regular check-ups and professional dental care appointments. The second most common reason for failure is overload. To minimize overload, you must adhere to a soft diet for 4 to 6 weeks and wear a splint or bite guard at night.
