Implant Care After Treatment

Though proper oral hygiene is always recommended to maintain good dental health, it's especially important when a patient received dental implants. Some bacteria can attack sensitive areas in the mouth if the teeth and gums are not properly cleaned, which may cause gums to swell and jaw bones to gradually recede. Recession of the jawbone would weaken implants, and in some cases, those implant must beremoved dut to such reasons. By large, patients are advised to visit their dentists "at least" twice a year to ensure the health of their teeth and implants. Dental implants can last for decades if they are given proper care.

Once the implants are in patients' place, those "re-borned" teeth will serve you well for long years if they take care of them and keep mouth healthy. It means that to take the time for good oral hygiene like brushing and flossing and keeping appointments with dental specialists regularly.

Therefore, your own teeth require conscientious at-home oral care and regular dental visits. Dental implants are almost same as your own teeth, so they will require the same care as they are. For keeping your implant clean and plaque-free, you should not forget to take care of them to make sure they are healthy.

After treatment, the dentist who treated your implant will work closely with you to develop the best care plan for you. Periodical follow-up visits will be scheduled to monitor your implant, teeth and gums to make sure they are healthy.

Generally speaking, you need to see your dentist in six months, or more frequently if so advised.