Implants
To keep your gums and the bone around your implants healthy, you need to practice good oral hygiene. Plaque and tartar can irritate your gums, which can lead to bad breath, inflammation and bleeding. If your gums no longer fit properly around your implants, nasty bacteria can sneak in and damage the bone. This can cause your implants to loosen and even require removal. To prevent this, it is wise to have this checked regularly by the dental hygienist.
When do you have inflammation around your implant (peri-implantitis)?
The first signs of inflammation around your implant are:
If inflammation is not treated, bone loss around your implant may occur. Prevention is better than cure.
