Learning the types of habits that protect dental implants after treatment in our Pontiac office
Treatment with dental implants has a number of benefits, whether you are replacing a single tooth or are using implants as an alternative to the standard denture appliance. Implants provide permanent restoration of a healthy, functional smile - something no other procedure can do. To promote oral health and facilitate lifelong function, implants are made from materials that will consistently resist all types of corrosion or decay, from the titanium post to the crown. Although dental implants will not decay as natural teeth do, it is important to learn the best ways to care for these prosthetics to avoid degenerative conditions.
Placed right here in our comfortable Pontiac office, dental implants are a form of restoration that rely on the health of gum and jaw tissue for the highest degree of success. This is why patients with these underlying structures are evaluated during the consultation process. Having adequate bone tissue and healthy gums facilitates the successful placement of implants, but their importance does not end there. Maintaining excellent oral hygiene habits helps the implant patient avoid conditions like periodontitis, advanced gum disease, or peri-implantitis, an inflammatory condition affecting supportive tissue, increasing the risk of bone loss around the implant.
Caring for dental implants is essentially no more complicated than caring for natural teeth, because the elimination of harmful bacteria matters most. Brushing and flossing at least twice a day, every day, and receiving regular dental check-ups, is vital to the maintenance of healthy gum tissue. Due to the materials used in dental restorations, it is most beneficial to brush with a soft toothbrush so that abrasion does not occur.
Brushing and flossing teeth creates a shiny clean smile and washes away bacteria that live naturally in the mouth. It is important to brush gently, not being too aggressive with the pressure applied to gum tissue. Some patients, thinking pressure will produce a cleaner mouth, develop toothbrush abrasions on gum tissue. This causes damage to the connective tissues necessary for implant support. Rather than brush aggressively, simply use light pressure, brush all surfaces of all teeth, and follow with flossing between every tooth. For added protection and fresh breath, end your oral hygiene routine with an anti-bacterial mouthwash.
There are so many incredible benefits to dental implants that this form of treatment is quickly outperforming other treatments like the dental bridge or dentures. Taking care of your implants will help you feel confident in your smile for the rest of your life.
Contact us to learn more about dental implants, or to schedule your visit to our Pontiac practice.
Placed right here in our comfortable Pontiac office, dental implants are a form of restoration that rely on the health of gum and jaw tissue for the highest degree of success. This is why patients with these underlying structures are evaluated during the consultation process. Having adequate bone tissue and healthy gums facilitates the successful placement of implants, but their importance does not end there. Maintaining excellent oral hygiene habits helps the implant patient avoid conditions like periodontitis, advanced gum disease, or peri-implantitis, an inflammatory condition affecting supportive tissue, increasing the risk of bone loss around the implant.
Caring for dental implants is essentially no more complicated than caring for natural teeth, because the elimination of harmful bacteria matters most. Brushing and flossing at least twice a day, every day, and receiving regular dental check-ups, is vital to the maintenance of healthy gum tissue. Due to the materials used in dental restorations, it is most beneficial to brush with a soft toothbrush so that abrasion does not occur.
Brushing and flossing teeth creates a shiny clean smile and washes away bacteria that live naturally in the mouth. It is important to brush gently, not being too aggressive with the pressure applied to gum tissue. Some patients, thinking pressure will produce a cleaner mouth, develop toothbrush abrasions on gum tissue. This causes damage to the connective tissues necessary for implant support. Rather than brush aggressively, simply use light pressure, brush all surfaces of all teeth, and follow with flossing between every tooth. For added protection and fresh breath, end your oral hygiene routine with an anti-bacterial mouthwash.
There are so many incredible benefits to dental implants that this form of treatment is quickly outperforming other treatments like the dental bridge or dentures. Taking care of your implants will help you feel confident in your smile for the rest of your life.
Contact us to learn more about dental implants, or to schedule your visit to our Pontiac practice.