In medicine, it is widely accepted that medical implants and treatments require revision over time. In orthopaedic surgery, for example, joint replacements are routinely reassessed and replaced when necessary. Yet in dentistry, past dental work—whether direct restorations, ageing crowns or endodontically treated teeth—is rarely revisited unless it fails. This oversight may have profound consequences, contributing to chronic inflammation, systemic disease and deterioration of overall health. Medical implants and prostheses are not designed to last a lifetime.