{"id":144,"date":"2019-08-10T18:55:16","date_gmt":"2019-08-10T18:55:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=144"},"modified":"2019-09-10T19:00:01","modified_gmt":"2019-09-10T19:00:01","slug":"can-tobacco-cause-your-dental-implants-to-fail-dentists-say-yes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/can-tobacco-cause-your-dental-implants-to-fail-dentists-say-yes\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Tobacco Cause Your Dental Implants to Fail? Dentists Say Yes."},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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If you plan on getting dental\nimplants in Jonesboro<\/a> or you\u2019ve just received one, dentists cannot emphasize\nenough how important it is that you do not smoke or use tobacco in any form. The\nfact of the matter is using tobacco, especially right after you receive a\ndental implant can cause the implant to fail. In this post, we\u2019ll highlight a\ncommon study used by dentists to explain this fact as well as the requirements\nneeded to ensure the most successful dental implant treatment possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Research Backs Up the Claim<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to a research study conducted in Spain, scientists\nstudied 66 patients who received 165 dental implants. Upon receiving these implants,\nthe researchers kept track of them over the next five years. Based on the data,\nthe implant failure rate amounted to 15.8 percent for smokers. This is in stark\ncontrast to what the implant failure rate was for non-smokers, at just 1.4\npercent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Arturo Sanchez Perez, a researcher at the University of\nMurcia in Spain, notes that people who smoke are at greater risk of infection\nfollowing surgery and may also experience slower healing times. \u201cWhen an\nimplant is placed in a smoker, it is more than likely to fail.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While tobacco is not the only cause of dental implant\nfailure, it is by far the most common and most likely to cause problems. This\nis because tobacco affects the gum and bone tissue\u2019s ability to properly\nintegrate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Exactly are Dental Implants?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A dental implant is a sturdy metal post that is placed\ndirectly into the jaw underneath the gum tissue. Once placed, it can begin a\nprocess known as osseointegration. This refers to the jaw\u2019s existing bone\ntissue integrating with the biocompatible material used in the implant, which in\nmost cases is titanium. After the implant is placed, an abutment is affixed to\nthe exposed top, giving it room for a restoration to attach. This restoration\ncould be a single porcelain crown, a bridge or a full or partial denture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Treatments for dental implants are typically performed by an\noral surgeon. However, if the dentist has the training necessary to perform the\ntreatment, it can also be completed in a general dental office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are You Eligible for Dental Implants?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Just like any oral surgery, you need to have sufficient oral\nhealth before you can receive dental implants. That means any gum disease or\ntooth decay needs to be treated and removed before you can begin the process. You\u2019ll\nalso need to be dedicated to routine dental appointments and consistent at-home\noral care. These factors, as well as the amount of bone tissue you currently\nhave, all affect the success of your dental implant surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thankfully, you can feel confident about your next dental\nimplant treatment when you visit a professional. If you\u2019re interested in receiving\ndental implants to replace missing teeth, schedule an appointment with an\nimplant dentist in Jonesboro today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Sarah\nYarnell<\/a> earned her dental degree from the University of Tennessee. As a\ndentist who takes continuing education seriously, she\u2019s dedicated her time to acquiring\nthe skills and training necessary to place and restore dental implants entirely\nin her office. To learn more about treatment or meet Dr. Yarnell in person, you\ncan contact her through her website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you plan on getting dental implants in Jonesboro or you\u2019ve just received one, dentists cannot emphasize enough how important it is that you do not smoke or use tobacco in any form. The fact of the matter is using tobacco, especially right after you receive a dental implant can cause the implant to fail. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-144","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nCan Tobacco Cause Your Dental Implants to Fail? Dentists Say Yes.<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Dental implants in Jonesboro are safe to receive when you practice the right aftercare tips. 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