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What are things to do/avoid after installing a dental implant for optimum healing?
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Just like a tooth: Implants must be kept clean, just like a natural tooth, or you can get gum disease around the implant. e careful not to overload the area as the implant is integrating. Ask your Dentist for advice.
Answered 6/9/2014
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Good homecare: warm salt water rinses, gentle cleaning avoid chewing on the implant temporarily
Answered 6/13/2014
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Oral Hygiene: Good oral hygiene is essential to good healing. Do not brush teeth immediately adjacent to the surgical site for several days. Allowing the tissues to rest undisturbed assists the healing process. Avoid vigorous chewing, excessive spitting, or aggressive rinsing. After 2 weeks you may gently brush the surgical site. Good luck.
Answered 7/1/2014
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