{"id":26,"date":"2023-08-03T06:41:17","date_gmt":"2023-08-03T06:41:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sunsetavenuedental.com\/blog\/?p=26"},"modified":"2023-08-05T06:42:37","modified_gmt":"2023-08-05T06:42:37","slug":"how-to-care-for-your-dental-implants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sunsetavenuedental.com\/blog\/how-to-care-for-your-dental-implants\/","title":{"rendered":"Do\u2019s &amp; Don\u2019ts of Caring for Implants"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/AdobeStock_280868133__4___1691217509_21959.jpg\" alt=\"A dentist explaining dental implant care to a patient\" class=\"wp-image-29\" width=\"302\" height=\"202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/AdobeStock_280868133__4___1691217509_21959.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.sunsetavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/AdobeStock_280868133__4___1691217509_21959-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sunsetavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/AdobeStock_280868133__4___1691217509_21959-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 302px) 100vw, 302px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you first get <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetavenuedental.com\/dental-implants.html\">dental implants<\/a>, you might assume they won\u2019t need upkeep. After all, they\u2019re artificial \u2013 they use titanium and porcelain instead of enamel. However, implants actually require daily maintenance to work well. They\u2019ll suffer from early failure without it, forcing you to get expensive replacements. Luckily, you learn how to better care for your dental implants. Here\u2019s a summary of the \u201cdo\u2019s\u201d and \u201cdon\u2019ts\u201d of caring for these prosthetic teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The \u201cDo\u2019s\u201d of Implant Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;There are various things you should do to help implants last. Among them, the most common ones are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Do brush your implants often<\/strong> \u2013 You should brush your implants twice daily. By doing so, you\u2019ll keep them from discoloring. The habit also prevents gum disease, which triggers implant failure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do use proper toothpaste<\/strong> \u2013 Store-bought toothpaste with fluoride is fine for implants. Still, look for the ADA Seal of Approval to find the ideal kind.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do restrict your sugar intake<\/strong> \u2013 If you consume too much sugar, your gums\u2019 health will decline. They could even get infected and jeopardize your implants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do see your dentist <\/strong>\u2013 By attending regular checkups, your dentist can treat your oral issues early. They\u2019ll thus prevent threats to your implants.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The \u201cDon\u2019ts\u201d of Implant Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Specific actions could threaten your new teeth. Therefore, it\u2019s best if you avoid these dental implant \u201cdon\u2019ts.\u201d They are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t use \u2018whitening\u2019 toothpaste<\/strong> \u2013 Toothpaste with baking soda is abrasive enough to harm implants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t rush back to regular foods<\/strong> \u2013 After surgery, only eat soft foods for a few days. These might include soup, yogurt, mashed potatoes, etc. Otherwise, you might disrupt the healing process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t treat implants as tools<\/strong> \u2013 Using implants to open packages, bottles, or cans could make them chip. Worse yet, it might lead to implant failure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t use straws right after surgery<\/strong> \u2013 If you try to drink with a straw right after surgery, its suction could dislodge the still-forming blood clot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Benefits of Dental Implants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">True, the \u201cdo\u2019s\u201d and \u201cdon\u2019ts\u201d of implant care can seem tiresome. Even so, dental implants\u2019 various benefits make them well worth following.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Firstly, they\u2019ll help your implants look and act like natural teeth. The prosthetics typically blend seamlessly with your smile. Plus, their titanium bases let them fuse with your jaw. This feature ensures they won\u2019t slip or fall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The right care will also ensure your implants last long. Typically, an implant\u2019s average lifespan is roughly 15-20 years. Given proper maintenance, though, one can last for 30 years or more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You really should care for your dental implants. So, remember the tips above so they\u2019ll stick around for a while!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetavenuedental.com\/\">Sunset Avenue Dental<\/a> is based in Northbrook, IL. Led by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetavenuedental.com\/meet-your-dentist.html\">Dr. Ray Bollin<\/a><\/em>, <em>our practice seeks to give each patient a beautiful and healthy smile. We thus offer the best in comprehensive dentistry, including preventive, cosmetic, and restorative services. Our team is also equipped for emergency procedures like root canal therapy and tooth extraction. For more information or to book a visit, reach us at <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetavenuedental.com\/contact.html\"><em>our website<\/em><\/a><em> or by phone at <strong>(479)-419-9991.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you first get dental implants, you might assume they won\u2019t need upkeep. After all, they\u2019re artificial \u2013 they use titanium and porcelain instead of enamel. However, implants actually require daily maintenance to work well. They\u2019ll suffer from early failure without it, forcing you to get expensive replacements. 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