Dental implants are a preferred way to restore missing teeth because they prevent jawbone deterioration, allow patients to regain up to 90% of their chewing power, and even prevent premature aging. Even though they have a 95% success rate, there is still a chance that you could experience an implant failure. Continue reading to learn what causes this to happen and some steps you can take to avoid this unfortunate outcome.

In the United States alone, there are approximately 178 million people who are missing at least one tooth. In fact, 40 million Americans are missing all of their teeth. Out of all the different options out there for replacing missing teeth, dental implants are becoming increasingly popular and preferred by dentists and patients alike, including those who are well known. Continue reading to learn more about how dental implants work, their many benefits, and which celebrities have opted for them as a tooth replacement option.