Caring for Your Dental Implants for Long-Lasting Results
To keep your dental implants functioning well for life, you’ll need to properly care for them. After your procedure, follow these recommendations from your dentist to ensure your implants last as long as natural teeth.
Daily home care
Brush and floss around your implants at least twice a day with a soft bristled brush and floss. Fluoride mouthwash can also help prevent inflammation and infection. Avoid using your implants to bite into hard, chewy or sticky foods which could damage the implants. Your dentist may recommend avoiding certain foods for several months as your mouth heals.
Professional dental visits
Schedule regular dental checkups and professional cleanings. Your dentist will monitor your implants and the health of your gums and supporting bone. They can make sure your implants show no signs of infection, fracture or looseness. Professional cleanings remove built-up plaque that can lead to infection and bone loss if left untreated.
Watch for any changes
Be on alert for changes in your implants like increased sensitivity, looseness or a change in position. Swelling, redness or pus around the implant site could indicate infection. Contact your dentist right away if you notice any of these changes. Early diagnosis and treatment of implant problems is critical to avoiding implant failure and ensuring a successful long term outcome.
Limit harmful habits
Avoid habits that put extra stress on your implants like teet
