Dental implants don’t get cavities the way natural teeth do, but they still need attention. Plaque can stick around the implant area, and over time that soft layer can harden into tartar. Once it gets tough, your toothbrush usually isn’t enough to remove it.<\/p>\r\n
The trick is making your implant care boring. Boring is good here. Brush gently around the implant every day and pay attention to the spot where the gum meets the restoration. That tiny edge is where plaque likes to hang out.<\/p>\r\n
You don’t need a complicated routine. You need one you’ll actually repeat.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 A soft toothbrush is the easy starting point, and honestly it feels better around sensitive gums.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 Flossing around the implant area takes a little patience, though most people get used to the motion after a while.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 Water flossers are worth considering if regular floss feels awkward in your hands.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 The dentist visit. Keep it on the calendar because tartar has a habit of showing up quietly.<\/p>\r\n
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