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One of the best parts about getting dental implants<\/a> is that they\u2019re able to last so long\u201425, 30, and even 35 years and beyond. While that sounds great, it\u2019s a long time <\/em>for metal to be sitting in your mouth and be exposed to all that moisture. Isn\u2019t there a chance that they\u2019ll rust and need to be replaced? Thankfully, while this concern is valid, it\u2019s not really a factor with today\u2019s implants. To learn why and see what actually <\/em>could jeopardize the longevity of your new teeth, keep reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why Dental Implants Can\u2019t Rust<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether it\u2019s the car in your garage or your bike growing up, you\u2019ve likely seen plenty of examples of metal objects developing rust. Why would dental implants be any different?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rust is actually iron oxide, and it\u2019s the result of iron chemically reacting with the air around it. Fortunately, dental implants are not made of iron, but rather titanium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Titanium, in addition to being incredibly strong, doesn\u2019t react with oxygen the same way as iron. Instead of developing a red crust that easily corrodes, titanium gains a thin, invisible layer of titanium oxide that acts like a protective film. You can\u2019t see it, and it doesn\u2019t flake off like the rust you\u2019re familiar with. In many ways, it actually makes the post more resistant to the environment! The only reason an implant would rust is if it was mixed with iron, but most dentists only use pure titanium ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What You Should Really Be Worried About<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In truth, the gum and bone tissue that support an implant have a much higher chance of breaking down compared to the implant itself. That\u2019s because while an implanted tooth can\u2019t develop a cavity or infection, the organic tissue still can, causing it to become weak. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, you already know how to prevent this from happening! You simply have to brush and floss around an implant daily to keep the surrounding tissue healthy and strong, and regular visits to the dentist will allow their team to remove any bacterial buildup that you can\u2019t at home.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All told, whether you already have a dental implant or are currently considering getting one, rust doesn\u2019t need to be on your mind at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. David M. Weinman<\/a> is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, meaning he is an expert when it comes to rebuilding smiles with dental implants and is able to provide the entire procedure in-office. Over the course of his career, he has helped countless patients recover their health and appearance while making sure they remain comfortable each step of the way. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Weinman at his Westfield practice, click here<\/a> or call (908) 654-7200.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

One of the best parts about getting dental implants is that they\u2019re able to last so long\u201425, 30, and even 35 years and beyond. While that sounds great, it\u2019s a long time for metal to be sitting in your mouth and be exposed to all that moisture. Isn\u2019t there a chance that they\u2019ll rust and […]<\/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-436","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nCan Dental Implants Rust? | Dentist Westfield | David M. Weinman DMD<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"After you get dental implants, is it possible for them to develop rust? 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