Maintain Dental Implants

You need to maintain your new dental implants through several aspects so that the dental implants

can achieve the longest life. When you have a tooth removed for periodontal disease and then replaced

with a dental implant, our dental clinic can provide you with a comprehensive list of oral hygiene 

recommendations for dental implant care and maintenance. Also included are guidelines and tips for caring

for dental implants. If you have any questions or concerns about dental implant hygiene, 

please feel free to contact Wheat directly via WhatsApp.

1) Make regular appointments to come to our hospital for free dental check-ups.

The first and most important thing is to come to our hospital dentist regularly. Just like your original natural 

teeth, your new implants need to be cleaned regularly. If there are early osseointegration problems between 

the implant and the crown after coming for examination, the dentist will make preventive intervention at the earliest, 

such as regular teeth cleaning to remove the plaque accumulated around the gums. Correct maintenance of implants

can significantly reduce the incidence of peri-implantitis.

2) Brush your teeth morning and evening.

It is also important to maintain your implants just like your original natural teeth. Teeth need to be brushed

at least twice a day. It is recommended to use a low-abrasion toothpaste with high tartar removal function, 

and we will provide you with a free gift if needed.

3) Use dental floss instead of toothpicks.

In addition to brushing, be sure to floss between the tooth and the abutment. (The abutment is the 

connection that connects the implant to the denture.) It is better to use an irrigator. It is recommended that 

patients undergoing full-mouth implant treatment use dental irrigators. Our hospital will provide more

detailed information on long-term care of dental implants after full-mouth dental implants, so be sure to consult.

4) Get used to using mouthwash.

Using mouthwash can help prevent the growth of bacteria around the gums. These mouthwashes may

 reduce the incidence of implant infection or peri-implantitis. But you should also consult your dentist

 about how to use mouthwash.

5) Don't smoke.

Smoking is not conducive to the maintenance and recovery of dental implants. Smoking slows down 

the body's natural healing process. Patients are strongly urged to stop smoking immediately before and 

after implant surgery. To promote long-term care of dental implants, it is recommended to completely

abandon tobacco products.

6) Be careful to avoid eating sticky, cold or hot food.

Dental implants are just like our original natural teeth, so there is no need to worry too much about 

insufficient bite strength. However, it is still recommended to allow food to cool before starting to eat. 

Avoid hard foods, including raw vegetables. Also, avoid eating sticky candies, our hospital will give food 

attention guidelines after the transplant.

7) Stay alert.

Careful attention is one of the best lines of defense against planting failure. To prevent some cases 

of implant failure, please make an appointment with us for treatment in time if there is any abnormality. 

Early intervention can protect new implants more efficiently. In particular, if you experience pain or 

swelling around a dental implant, or if the implant feels loose, make an appointment with me for

peri-implantitis care.

8) Talk to your periodontist.

Finally, remember that our periodontists are committed to caring for your teeth to the best of their

ability and making every effort to ensure the long-term success of your dental implants.