How do I take care and maintain the helth of my dental implants?
Caring for implants is simple and no more difficult than the care that should be given to natural teeth. This includes DAILY hygiene using a prescribed anti-bacterial agent and proper brushing techniques as instructed along with regular check-ups and x-rays as recommended by the doctor. Although, implants are not susceptible to decay like natural teeth, they are susceptible to poor hygiene that will cause bacterial build-up around the gum line which can lead to infection, bone loss, and eventual failure of the implants. Regular hygiene is a must to maintain the health of implants and natural teeth. Equally important is a well balanced bite which can be insured by proper loading of the implants (aspects involved in placing the teeth on the implants-Dr’s job) as well as regular follow-up visits to maintain a balanced bite (patient’s job). Implants are stronger in the bone than natural teeth. But, like natural teeth, implants are susceptible to uneven chewing forces which over a period of
