How To Clean Dental Implants
Care for your dental implants just as well as you would care for your natural teeth. Thorough oral hygiene is essential to prevent diseases from developing around the implants. With proper home care and regular professional maintenance, you can make your new teeth last a lifetime. Keep in mind that different types of implants may require specific care routines.
For single implants
- Clean at least twice a day with a soft-bristle toothbrush
- Use a low-abrasive toothpaste
- Brush under and around the implant crown
- Use a nylon-coated interdental brush to clean hard-to-reach places
- Floss daily with unwaxed tape or implant-specific floss
- Use a recommended oral irrigator
For overdentures
- Remove the denture daily and soak it in a specific cleaner for the recommended time
- Inspect o‑rings, locator caps, and clips and alert your dentist if they are worn or missing
- Gently brush the underside of the denture with a denture brush
- Rinse the overdenture thoroughly with water before placing it back in your mouth
- Discuss with your dentist about replacing O‑rings and locator caps once a year
TePe/ICON offers a range of products to make cleaning easier. We will help you choose the products that suit your particular needs and preferences.
Mucositis (gum inflammation around implants) and peri‑implantitis (bone loss around implants) are caused by dental plaque. Therefore, it is important to clean all implant surfaces, especially between implants and adjacent teeth. Pay extra attention to the areas where gums and implants meet. Sometimes it can be hard to determine the exact placement of your implants, so be sure to ask your dental professional for guidance. If you experience pain or suspect inflammation, consult a dental professional promptly.
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This review is on behalf of my mum, who has been using this dentist for the past six months. However I myself have had a filling and hygienist appointment here, and couldn't recommend them enough. I'm usually an anxious patient, but Dr Rikki and his staff have made me feel at ease!
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This review is on behalf of my mum, who has been using this dentist for the past six months. However I myself have had a filling and hygienist appointment here, and couldn't recommend them enough. I'm usually an anxious patient, but Dr Rikki and his staff have made me feel at ease!
"I started looking for a new dentist when I realised that my previous one was careless, as I got a root infection and a broken tooth shortly after visiting her. I asked around my friends for a good dentist, and they recommended The Dentist. I was told that this place charges more, but is very much worth it because they save teeth other dentists would rather pull.
The doctor did a thorough check up on my teeth and started the treatment. I've received a root canal and a tooth extraction of my broken tooth. I have decided to go ahead and get two tooth implants put in- one to replace the newly removed tooth, and the second to fill a gap from a tooth I had pulled 21 years ago.
So far I've had a bone graft and one of the implants fully carried out. I've also had a crown put in, and I'm currently due to have the second one put in soon.
I would highly recommend this dentist because they work to a high professional standard, carry out their work fast and thoroughly, with jewellery-like precision. Most importantly I feel like I have their complete attention and care, which is something I found my past dentists to be lacking, as they often seemed to be distracted.
Even if you have a poor understanding of English, they do a great job of explaining everything. I've not had any complications during my treatment, and I am very happy. The doctor and the nurse are brilliant. I would highly recommend using this practice."
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Cannot fault this dentist. Rikki and Ana made me feel at ease, explained all of the options and are super nice people. They helped me cure my gum disease quickly, and then continued with pain free dental implants which has given me back my confidence. No long waiting for appointments and communication from them is excellent and …
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Cannot fault this dentist. Rikki and Ana made me feel at ease, explained all of the options and are super nice people. They helped me cure my gum disease quickly, and then continued with pain free dental implants which has given me back my confidence. No long waiting for appointments and communication from them is excellent and professional. They also offer a great teeth whitening service. I seriously can't stop smiling, I am so happy with my treatment and would highly recommend the Dentist to anyone and in particular to nervous patients like myself.
Thank you Rikki and Ana, you 100% met my expectations :)
I've had several treatments at The Dentist, Implants, Veneers, Emergency Centre, including wisdom tooth extraction, crowns, and fillings, and I couldn't be more pleased with the care I've received. The team is professional, caring, and ensures every visit is as comfortable as possible. The dentist took great care to make sure I …
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I've had several treatments at The Dentist, Implants, Veneers, Emergency Centre, including wisdom tooth extraction, crowns, and fillings, and I couldn't be more pleased with the care I've received. The team is professional, caring, and ensures every visit is as comfortable as possible. The dentist took great care to make sure I felt at ease during each procedure, and the results have always been excellent. Whether it's routine dental work or something more complex, I highly recommend trying this place. They truly go above and beyond to provide exceptional service
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