Dental implant is the best way to restore your lost tooth. The tooth may be lost due to decay or an accident , the perfect way of replacement is dental implant. Patient may have to go for single implant or multiple implants in the mouth, he has to make efforts to take care of them.
The implants have a success rate of 90% for over 10 plus years but if they are taken proper care of they may last a life time. So the important part is the post treatment care.
- Instructions after dental implants
- Twice a day brushing and flossing as for our natural teeth
- Keep your gums healthy with a good antibacterial mouthwash
- The levels of vitamins and minerals in our body like vitamin D vitamin B12 Vitamin C calcium effect the gums, so should also be monitored from time to time and should be kept within the normal range..
- Regular visit to the dentist every 3 months
- quit smoking , it will affect the life of the implant
- if required ultrasonic cleaning maybe done around the implants
- if you are in the habit of teeth grinding or clenching, one must wear a night guard to protect the teeth .
In case the patient is unable to follow the above instructions and does not visit the dentist for regular checkups there can be significant bone loss and implants will lose their support resulting in implant failure over a period of time
Following symptoms may indicate a problem in the implant
- Chewing difficulties
- Gum inflammation
- Gum recession
- Irritation and swelling
- Intense pain
- Loose teeth
Just like a car goes for servicing to the agency for maintenance time to time, the dental treatment also needs maintenance .one must not avoid visiting to the dentist for the long life of the treatment
