Show Your Smile Some Love

This Valentine’s season, focus on a relationship that lasts—your smile! Healthy dental implants require proper care to stay strong and functional for years to come. With proper oral hygiene, smart lifestyle choices, and routine dental checkups, you can keep your implants strong and looking their best for years to come. 

Keep Your Implants Clean Every Day

To maintain strong and healthy implants, a consistent oral hygiene routine is essential. Brush twice daily with a soft-bristled toothbrush and mild, non-abrasive toothpaste to keep plaque at bay and protect your smile. 

Flossing or using a water flosser will help remove debris from around the implant and gumline, keeping your mouth fresh and healthy. 

Protect Your Investment

Some habits can weaken or damage implants. Smoking poses a serious risk by delaying healing and increasing gum inflammation. Chewing on hard items like ice or fingernails can strain both your implants and natural teeth. 

Making small adjustments to your daily habits can greatly enhance the longevity of your smile.

Prioritize Regular Dental Visits

Seeing your dentist on a routine basis allows for thorough monitoring of your implants and the surrounding gum tissue, helping to maintain optimal oral health. Regular professional cleanings reduce the risk of complications and help maintain the strength of your implants. 

Scheduling a checkup every six months is key to preserving long-term oral health. 

Keep Your Implants Healthy for Life

A little extra care now will help you enjoy healthy dental implants for years to come. Give your smile the care it deserves by following these simple maintenance tips! 

Book a visit at North Oaks Dental in Oakland County, MI to keep your implants healthy and your oral health at its best. Call us at 248-712-1522 (Royal Oak) or 248-963-1969 (New Hudson) or 586-685-7937 (Sterling Heights) for an appointment. You can also ​schedule online.