Just because your teeth implants are known to last a lifetime, that isn’t necessarily true. A lifetime is a vague number and when you really start to crunch numbers with your dentist, you will find that we generally advise our patients that their implants will last for several decades when cared for correctly.

This is still an amazing duration and one of the main reasons as to why this treatment is so often recommended by professionals and favoured by patients. For young and old alike, titanium implants provide a safe, effective and long lasting option to replace missing teeth and support and secure dentures.

However, we do need to discuss dental implant maintenance in Marylebone if we are wanting to maintain our investment and ensure that they remain a positive experience for us. Even though there is a 98% success rate, there are small chances that there will be a complication and it is best that you are made aware of the warning signs so that we are able to act quickly, potentially saving the site and ensuring success in the long run.

Dental implant maintenance in Marylebone is a regular process. You will need to have your implants serviced by a professional, just like you need to have your teeth checked over at least twice a year, and you will need to care for them at home.

Think of them as your natural teeth, as they are designed to function exactly like this. You need to brush your teeth twice daily and avoid foods that are too harsh, too often, such as sugary drinks, staining coffee, tea, curry or wine.

The same applies with your dental implant maintenance in Marylebone. You need to brush around the crown or bridge that is attached to the implant, ensuring that it is free of debris. You may be given special tools in order to do this, or you may find that brushing and flossing with regular equipment will suffice for your situation.

How will I know if there is a problem?

Generally, you will see redness, swelling or feel pain at the site of the implant if you are experiencing some kind of complication. This identifies infection and needs to be dealt with immediately by a professional in order to reduce the likelihood of rejection of the implant.

More often than not, such an infection will occur in the early days of the procedure having taken place, when the body is under most stress and is healing from the surgical procedure. Although, this is not always the case.

If you have been improperly cleaning the site of your implant, infection can occur at any time. Make sure that you are constantly vigilant of any changes that occur within your mouth so that you can quickly approach a professional to ensure a swift and appropriate reaction to your concerns. We look forward to helping you understand the importance of caring for your new, replacement teeth. By maintaining your investment, you very well may be able to enjoy a lifetime of use out of your dental implant treatment.