By Dr. Keerthi Sudireddy
Dental implants do not decay, but the gum and bone supporting them need the same care as natural teeth. Good daily cleaning is the single biggest factor in how long your implants last.
Clean dental implants like natural teeth: brush twice a day with a soft brush, clean between and around them daily with floss, interdental brushes or a water flosser, and attend regular professional maintenance visits. Avoid smoking and abrasive products. Good daily care prevents peri-implantitis and helps implants last for decades.
Your daily routine
- Brush twice a day with a soft toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste.
- Clean around and between implants daily with floss, interdental brushes, or a water flosser.
- Pay special attention to the gumline where the implant meets the gum.
Helpful tools
- Interdental brushes for spaces around implants.
- A water flosser, excellent for bridges and full-arch implants.
- A soft or electric brush with gentle pressure.
What to avoid
Avoid smoking, hard abrasive pastes, and skipping maintenance visits. These raise the risk of peri-implantitis. See how long implants last.
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