Dental Implant Maintenance: Why Long-Term Care Determines Success
Dental implants are not self-sustaining. Long-term success depends more on maintenance than surgery.
Daily Hygiene Requirements
Implants require:
- Mechanical plaque removal
- Access around prosthetics
- Consistent routines
Neglect leads to inflammatory disease.
Recommended Daily Care
- Brush twice daily with soft bristle brush
- Use interdental brushes around implants
- Water flossers help clean hard-to-reach areas
- Non-abrasive toothpaste recommended
Professional Maintenance
Regular professional care includes:
- Implant-specific cleaning
- Bone level monitoring
- Prosthetic inspection
Implants cannot be "checked" visually alone.
Recommended Schedule
- Every 3–6 months for most patients
- More frequent for high-risk patients
- Annual imaging to monitor bone levels
Occlusal Monitoring
Bite forces change.
Monitoring prevents:
- Overload
- Component fatigue
- Bone stress
Ignoring bite changes accelerates failure.
Maintenance vs Replacement
Most failures labeled "implant failure" are maintenance failures.
Implants rarely fail spontaneously.
Warning Signs to Report
Contact us immediately if you notice:
- Bleeding when brushing
- Swelling around implants
- Looseness or movement
- Pain or discomfort
- Changes in how your teeth come together
Long-Term Perspective
Implants are medical devices embedded in living tissue.
Longevity is earned through:
- Planning
- Execution
- Maintenance
Skipping any phase compromises the outcome.
Maintenance Programs in Sacramento
At Fusion Dental Implants, we provide comprehensive maintenance programs tailored to your needs. Our hygienists are trained in implant-specific care protocols.
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