Although there are potentially several ways to rebuild your smile after tooth loss, many experts consider dental implants the ideal solution. They’re the only treatment that is surgically placed in your jaw and eventually fuses with the bone, typically making them stronger and longer lasting than alternatives, such as dentures or bridges.

But that doesn’t mean they’re invincible. You could potentially hurt your new teeth or cause them to fail if you have these 3 less-than-ideal habits. Continue reading to learn more about how you might harm your implants to avoid potential failure!