How Long Do Dental Implants Last? What 10- and 20-Year Data Show
Most implants last decades: 10-year studies report about 96% survival and 20-year data 88–92%. What shortens or protects implant life, explained by Dr. Ali Cem Ulubey, DDS.
Most implants last decades: 10-year studies report about 96% survival and 20-year data 88–92%. What shortens or protects implant life, explained by Dr. Ali Cem Ulubey, DDS.
Written by: Dr. Ali Cem Ulubey, DDS (restorative & implant dentistry) · Medically reviewed by: Dr. Surur Ulubey, DDS · Last updated: August 2026 · Reading time: ~9 min Modern dental implants are one of the most predictable treatments in dentistry — published long-term studies report success rates above 95% at ten years. But “above…