Dental implant care

Dental implant care ====================================

Caring for your dental implant starts the moment you leave your dentist's office. So, what should you do to care for your dental implants?

Check out this article to learn everything you need to know about caring for your dental implants.

**Use a soft nylon toothbrush**

After dental implant placement, there is a possibility that you will need to change your toothbrush. This is because nylon toothbrushes have bristles that are flexible and gentle on your dental implants. You can also use the Proxa brush to clean hard-to-reach areas around your dental implants.

Be sure to avoid toothbrushes with stiff bristles, as they can scratch the surface of your implant. In fact, you should avoid using any type of metal tool to clean your mouth after the implant is placed. Instead, just stick to regular brushing and flossing twice a day.

### **Avoid abrasive products**

Be it toothpaste or mouthwash, stick to buying sensitive cleaning products as much as possible after getting dental implants. This is because products that are too abrasive can cause severe discomfort.

In general, you should also avoid oral hygiene products with strong flavors such as mint or cinnamon, as these products can cause discomfort in your mouth.

#### **Daily Floss**

With dental implants, flossing becomes more important than ever. This is because plaque can easily build up around your implant, which can lead to other oral health issues.

The important thing is that there are many types of dental floss designed specifically for those with dental implants, so you really have no excuse not to brush your teeth. If you struggle to floss throughout the day, keep these tips in mind to help you floss more.

**Set a reminder on your phone**

This is great for those days when you feel like you're too busy!

**Keep floss in your car or purse**

By always having dental floss on you, you can use any downtime you have to take care of your teeth.

**Reward yourself for flossing**

If you need motivation to finally start flossing, that's okay. Reward yourself with an extra episode of your favorite TV show. Increase the reward even more if you floss for 30 days in a row.

**Do it while you're watching TV

If you floss while watching TV or doing something else mindless, it won't seem like such a chore. It might also be a good idea to invest in a Waterpik, as it makes flossing a lot of grunt work.

##### **Avoid sticky/hard foods**

Eating hard/sticky foods can damage your implant. It goes without saying that these foods can also damage the opposing teeth.

Some foods to avoid after implant placement are:

- ice - Caramel - dried fruit - Hard candies - potato chips - Carrot - Apple - Stick - crusted bread like French bread

By avoiding these foods, your dental implants will stay healthy.

Avoid smoking and alcohol

Avoiding smoking and alcohol is a good idea for your overall health. However, it is very important to avoid these substances when getting dental implants.

Remember, your dental implants take about 6 months to heal, so smoking during this time period can be especially harmful. Drinking alcohol has also been shown to slow the healing process of dental implants, so this should be avoided as much as possible.

**Schedule regular visits to the dentist**

Dental implants can help improve your smile. However, they are not a cure-all for all oral health issues. Depending on your overall oral health, you should visit your dentist at least twice a year.

With proper care and regular visits to the dentist, your dental implants can last a lifetime.

#### **urgent care tips**

Of course, you are probably wondering how you should care for your dental implants immediately after the procedure.

After the dental implant is placed, you will probably experience some swelling pain for the next 24 hours. This is normal, and therefore should not worry you.

**Here are some things to do after the operation**:

- Bite the sponges placed in the mouth to control the bleeding. - For the first 8 to 12 hours after surgery, avoid excessive movement and keep your head elevated. - Keep the ice pack on your face at 15 minute intervals if needed. - For the first 24 hours, use only soft foods and drinks. - Take the prescribed medicines according to the doctor's order. - Avoid rinsing your mouth in the first 24 hours. **Click to reserve an appointment online!!!!!!**

Bahman Hossein Pouragadham November 12, 1401 Articles