 What
About Care and Maintenance?
You must brush and clean the
ball of the implants as if they were your natural teeth. As with natural
teeth, food and bacterial debris (plaque) must be removed after meals. If
not removed, the plaque will cause inflammation of the gums and can be
forced into the O-ring fixtures, causing improper seating and loss of
retention. The O-ring fixtures must also be cleaned out.
The ACCESS®
Toothbrush has been specifically designed for optimum cleaning of the
implant fixtures. Ultrasonic cleaners are ideal for insuring that the
retaining fixtures are kept clean and free from food impaction and debris.
Use either mouthwash or a 50 - 50 peroxide solution in the ultrasonic
cleaner. A "Water-Pic" may also be used to rinse out the denture fixtures.
If the denture does not remain firmly in
place, call your dentist and inform him/her of you problems.
Your dentist will determine your
appropriate recall interval. At that time, the condition of the implant,
your gums, and the O-rings will be evaluated and properly maintained.
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