How can I keep my dental implant clean?

Implants can give life to your smile, restoring a natural, healthy, and long-lasting appearance. Dental implants, which replace the lower part of a tooth with a bridge or traditional denture, can be used to support one or several fixed or temporary teeth.

An implant gives your replacement teeth a strong foundation. This will allow them to last as long as your natural, healthy teeth. This allows you to eat foods that you might have avoided without worrying about pain or further dental damage.

Implants are made of titanium and manufactured using modern techniques. Implants require little extra care than natural teeth, so you can forget that they even exist.

How well the dental implants are kept in good condition will determine their longevity. It is essential to make regular visits to the dentist. Your dentist will design a program for you to maintain the health of your natural teeth and implants.

When gums or teeth don’t get properly cleaned, periodontal diseases can occur. If bone loss is not treated, it can lead to tooth loss as well as weakening supporting structures.

Home care: Daily flossing and brushing are vital for long-term success. Many supplemental products are available that will help you clean your implants correctly. Your dentist will create a home-care program that meets your specific needs.

Brushing: Your dentist may recommend an electric toothbrush with a cordless function. Your dentist may recommend an electric toothbrush or a standard toothbrush. They will also review your brushing habits to ensure you are properly cleaning the area.

Oral irrigation: Research shows that oral irrigation reduces plaque accumulation around teeth and natural teeth. A special mouth rinse may be suggested by your dentist.

Daily flossing: Good home care includes regular flossing. Floss threaders are great for cleaning around implants and under bars. Special floss may be recommended by your dentist.

Interproximal Brushes: These tiny dental brushes, also known as “Proxy Brushes”, were created to clean between your teeth and implant surfaces. These brushes are useful in reaching hard-to-reach places, and they don’t replace dental floss.

Dental visits: It is recommended that patients see their dentist every 3-6 months for professional cleanings. However, your dentist can create a custom-made dental visit plan for you.

Tooth Pastes: Most toothpaste has fluoride as they are made to be used on natural teeth. Dental implant restorations are unaffected by fluoride.

Avoid toothpaste containing excessively abrasive components (baking soda and stain removers, smoke-friendly toothpaste, etc.). Abrasive kinds of toothpaste may cause damage to acrylic and could also strip the porcelain’s glaze.

Mouthwashes: Most mouthwashes are meant to provide a “fresher breath feeling.” However, most mouth rinses contain alcohol which could lead to dryness of your mouth. People with dry mouths should not use mouth rinses that are made from alcohol. There are many options available for alcohol-free mouth rinses.