Dental implants are designed to last for many years. However, they may require removal in certain situations. Dr. Bebeau at Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of Phoenix is happy to explain the reasons for dental implant removal and the method for removing them. Why Might Dental Implants Need to Be Removed? The first thing to understand about dental implants is that they are meant to be a permanent, surgical replacement for missing teeth. Unlike dentures, they do not need to be rem