Choosing to invest in dental implants is also a choice to invest in your overall health. As with any investment, you will want to ensure that the return on the investment is appreciable. With dental implants, the best way to ensure that you receive the maximum return on your investment is with proper planning and proper care at home.
Long-term success begins with scheduling a comprehensive examination in Bethpage regarding dental implants. You’ll learn about your options for implant dentistry, as well as discuss any obstacles that may prevent you from enjoying successful dental implants.
There are some factors known to have a significant impact on the success of your dental implants:
- Good overall health. A healthy diet speeds the healing process and naturally reduces inflammation. Properly controlled health conditions that are managed through diet, exercise, and/or medication can dramatically extend the life of your implants. Avoiding smoking and other habits that can be detrimental to your health can also help to extend the life of your implants.
- Proper plaque control, such as brushing and flossing, is key to the success of your dental implants. The elimination of periodontal disease anywhere in the mouth, and especially at the implant site can reduce the possibility of bone loss or infection around the implant. Choosing a high quality power toothbrush and antimicrobial mouthrinses also helps to improve the effectiveness of your homecare regimen. Dental implants do not require special tools or techniques for daily maintenance. Simple, thorough plaque control can be highly effective.
- The management of occlusal/biting forces such as bruxism, poor occlusion, and proper positioning of the teeth (bite stabilization) can protect the implants and dramatically extend the life of the replacement teeth. Discussing and identifying any possible source of extreme forces on the implants or neighboring teeth is an important part of your consultation. Your implant dentist may simply recommend a protective mouth guard to reduce the impact of these forces.
Our top priority at Broadway Dental is to provide you with a solution that works best for you. Once the implant is in place, it is important to take the appropriate steps to protect your investment. Schedule your visit today to learn more about prolonging the life of your dental implants.