Homecare - Implant Fixed Restoration

Protecting your implants 

Now that final restorations have been placed on your implants, it’s important to follow these recommendations to ensure their success. 


Avoid using any tobacco products. Ideally, you should quit altogether because tobacco slows healing and increases the risk that your body will reject the implants. Tobacco is the leading cause of implant failure. 


Avoid grinding and clenching your teeth because this can damage the implants and restorations. If grinding and clenching continue to be a problem, we may need to adjust the restorations or have you wear a nightguard.




Chewing and eating 


If we used anesthetic during the procedure, avoid chewing until the numbness has worn off completely. 


To protect your implants and restorations, avoid chewing ice and other hard objects. 




Brushing and flossing 


Brush and floss around your implants thoroughly but gently. We may recommend special floss, brushes, mouthrinses, or other cleaning aids to keep the area free of bacteria. 


Brush and floss your gums and natural teeth normally. 




Medication and discomfort 


Take antibiotics or other medications only as directed. To reduce discomfort or swelling, rinse your mouth three times a day for two weeks with warm salt water. Use about one teaspoon of salt per glass of warm water. It’s normal for your gums to be sore and swollen for a few days. 




When to call us 


Call us if your bite feels uneven or your restorations feel loose, so we can adjust them. Also call us if you have persistent swelling or discomfort, or if you have any questions or concerns.