why are my dental implants failing

 When faced with tooth loss, more and more people are opting for dental implants. Dental implants are more expensive than dentures or other treatment options. This causes people to question whether getting a dental implant is worthwhile. The most common question patients ask Dr. Sudhakar Reddy. K, Oral & Maxillo Facial surgeon and Implantologist at the Dental Implant Studio in Bengaluru, is, 'How long do dental implants last?'  "Dental implants are made to last for 15-20 years. However, in practice, this may vary depending on a variety of factors such as oral hygiene, habits, placement of the dental implant, and so on," says Dr. Reddy.  Poor oral hygiene, according to Dr. Reddy , is the primary cause of dental implant failure. "People believe that because implants are artificial teeth, they don't need as much care as natural teeth," explains Dr. Reddy. However, this is a disastrous approach. Oral hygiene is essential for preventing bacterial buildup