It can be stressful to receive a dental implant, especially if it is a patient's first time doing it. While the process can be difficult and time-consuming, Smiles of Alaska can make it a little easier on patients.
With Dr. Hu's help, patients can be on the road to a beautiful smile as quickly as possible. Our team has significant experience with the procedures behind implants, and we would be happy to help provide these services to all of our clients.
The Facts About Dental Implants
Dental Implants are perfect for patients that are missing a tooth. While gaps look unhealthy and can negatively impact a person's smile, an implant makes it look natural again. New dental technology has made implants look even more natural, which immediately helps people receive the smile they love.
While implants are a great way to spruce up a smile, they require a lot of additional care. This care ensures that people receive the most benefit from this new addition to their smile. With proper care, a person can get up to 15 years of life from their dental implant.
How to Keep Your Implants Clean
Implants are durable and hardy, but only if the client treats them appropriately. By following the steps below, a person can ensure that they have their implants for a long time.
1. Floss Regularly
Flossing is an integral way to keep food out of implants. This process keeps the implants clean and healthy, keeping debris and plaque from building up around the application area.
By flossing, a person can ensure that their implant continues to look healthy while keeping the area around the gums healthy, also.
2. Brush Your Teeth Thoroughly
Much like taking care of regular teeth, taking care of implants requires constant care and attention. At Smiles for Alaska, we recommend brushing all teeth thoroughly two or three times a day.
By brushing for 2 - 4 minutes multiple times a day, people ensure that their teeth continue to look beautiful and natural. It also removes any plaque and food from around the implant, allowing it to continue looking beautiful and natural.
Developing proper brushing habits is essential for both implants and regular teeth, too. With proper oral and dental care, people can get the most out of their implants, allowing them to last for a decade or more.
3. Don't Eat or Drink Certain Things
Unfortunately, implants can't handle particular food or drinks, as many items can impact the overall structure. People should avoid these foods and drinks as much as possible, as they drastically reduce the lifespan of implants.
Food and drinks to avoid include:
As a best practice, we also recommend refraining from smoking when wearing implants. Nicotine can compromise the structure of the implants, leading to much faster degradation.
Contact Smiles of Alaska
For more information regarding treatment for damaged teeth or other dental issues, contact the Smiles of Alaska team. We are available through email at office@smilesofalaska.com or by phone at 907-349-6466.
We are a family dentistry practice located in Soldotna and Anchorage, Alaska, specializing in dental sleep medicine and restorative dentistry.
We look forward to assisting our patients in living life to the fullest!
With Dr. Hu's help, patients can be on the road to a beautiful smile as quickly as possible. Our team has significant experience with the procedures behind implants, and we would be happy to help provide these services to all of our clients.
The Facts About Dental Implants
Dental Implants are perfect for patients that are missing a tooth. While gaps look unhealthy and can negatively impact a person's smile, an implant makes it look natural again. New dental technology has made implants look even more natural, which immediately helps people receive the smile they love.
While implants are a great way to spruce up a smile, they require a lot of additional care. This care ensures that people receive the most benefit from this new addition to their smile. With proper care, a person can get up to 15 years of life from their dental implant.
How to Keep Your Implants Clean
Implants are durable and hardy, but only if the client treats them appropriately. By following the steps below, a person can ensure that they have their implants for a long time.
1. Floss Regularly
Flossing is an integral way to keep food out of implants. This process keeps the implants clean and healthy, keeping debris and plaque from building up around the application area.
By flossing, a person can ensure that their implant continues to look healthy while keeping the area around the gums healthy, also.
2. Brush Your Teeth Thoroughly
Much like taking care of regular teeth, taking care of implants requires constant care and attention. At Smiles for Alaska, we recommend brushing all teeth thoroughly two or three times a day.
By brushing for 2 - 4 minutes multiple times a day, people ensure that their teeth continue to look beautiful and natural. It also removes any plaque and food from around the implant, allowing it to continue looking beautiful and natural.
Developing proper brushing habits is essential for both implants and regular teeth, too. With proper oral and dental care, people can get the most out of their implants, allowing them to last for a decade or more.
3. Don't Eat or Drink Certain Things
Unfortunately, implants can't handle particular food or drinks, as many items can impact the overall structure. People should avoid these foods and drinks as much as possible, as they drastically reduce the lifespan of implants.
Food and drinks to avoid include:
- Alcohol
- Hard foods
- Sticky foods
- And more
As a best practice, we also recommend refraining from smoking when wearing implants. Nicotine can compromise the structure of the implants, leading to much faster degradation.
Contact Smiles of Alaska
For more information regarding treatment for damaged teeth or other dental issues, contact the Smiles of Alaska team. We are available through email at office@smilesofalaska.com or by phone at 907-349-6466.
We are a family dentistry practice located in Soldotna and Anchorage, Alaska, specializing in dental sleep medicine and restorative dentistry.
We look forward to assisting our patients in living life to the fullest!
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