When you lose a tooth, or multiple teeth, then we can support new smiles with one or more dental implants. These are designed to act and look like natural teeth and to prevent the impacts of tooth loss. But how do you keep them strong? In today’s blog, your Conroe, TX, dentist talks about caring for your dental implants.
Placing Your New Teeth
First, we’re going to talk about placing and restoring dental implants. To begin, we will take detailed digital x-rays of your smile so we can plan the placement process with detail, selecting the perfect angle and position to support new roots. The post is made from titanium, which is biocompatible and bonds with the jawbone through a process known as osseointegration. As the placement area heals, we will attach an abutment to the post that provides structure to attach a crown, completing your new tooth. The crown of course is designed to look as natural and offer a durable chewing surface. With proper care and attention, your new tooth could last for decades to come, maybe even a lifetime.
Potential Risks
A few different factors could threaten your new tooth. For example, the presence of gum disease that isn’t managed with routine care could lead to a stage known as periodontitis. This not only causes adult tooth loss, but could lead to implant failure too. The presence of plaque buildup could stain your new teeth and also impact the stability of surrounding teeth as tooth decay and dental infection develop. Which is why good oral hygiene habits can safeguard not only your new tooth, but your remaining natural ones too.
Daily Care
Since dental implants look and function like natural teeth, you actually care for them the same way. For example, you need to brush them twice a day and floss on either side of them thoroughly, just as you do for your natural teeth. These actions help limit the risk of gingivitis and gum disease, protecting the tissues and structure supporting your new teeth. You also need to see us for routine checkup and cleaning visits, so we can keep a close eye on your smile for potential signs of trouble. We also remove all plaque and tartar buildup to limit the risk of periodontal concerns and keep your smile whole.
If you have any questions about how our team treats tooth loss with implant dentistry, or how you can keep these new dental implants strong for decades to come, then contact our team today to learn more.
Do You Have Questions About Keeping Your New Teeth Strong?
If you’re ready to rebuild your smile and keep your new teeth strong, then contact The Dental Centre of Conroe in Conroe, TX by calling 936-441-4600 and schedule your next appointment with our team today.