“My new smile has changed my life!”

– Karen R.

Following dental implant surgery, it is essential that you clean and maintain your implants properly. If you fail to maintain good oral hygiene, your implants can fail.

Be sure to brush and floss at least twice a day to prevent plaque, bacteria and germs from collecting around your artificial tooth and implant area. It is also a good idea to use an alcohol-free mouthwash to kill any stubborn bacteria.

When brushing, an electric toothbrush or one with an angled head works best for the most thorough cleaning. Brush in small circles along every area of your implant, making sure some bristles also hit your gumline. When flossing, be sure to guide the floss around your implant, and then wrap the floss around the side of your implant and down to your gumline. Floss threaders are also helpful because they allow you to hit the hard-to-reach areas.
Read toothpaste ingredients carefully. You do not want a toothpaste with baking soda, stain removers, or abrasive ingredients. These chemicals can remove the glaze on porcelain restorations like dental crowns.

And perhaps most important, be sure to see Dr. Wendling at least twice a year for a routine cleaning and check up. This way, you can be sure that your implants are healthy and functioning properly.

If you live in Lake Oswego, Portland or West Linn, Oregon, and would like more information on dental implants, please call or email our Oregon Cosmetic Dentistry practice today. We can answer your questions and schedule your initial consultation with Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Wendling. We look forward to working with you.