{"id":200,"date":"2020-02-27T20:21:00","date_gmt":"2020-02-27T20:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/blog\/?p=200"},"modified":"2020-03-27T20:25:00","modified_gmt":"2020-03-27T20:25:00","slug":"preventing-dental-implant-infections-mesquite","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/blog\/2020\/02\/preventing-dental-implant-infections-mesquite\/","title":{"rendered":"Here\u2019s How to Prevent Infections in Your Dental Implants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"237\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_74379667__1536958695_38178-300x237.jpg\" alt=\"3D illustration of dental implants in mesquite\" class=\"wp-image-201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_74379667__1536958695_38178-300x237.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_74379667__1536958695_38178-768x607.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_74379667__1536958695_38178.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have dental implants, you\u2019ve already made an\nimportant decision to give yourself a healthy, strong, and beautiful smile.\nHowever, there is some aftercare that you need to complete to keep your\nimplants in tip-top shape and away from infection. That\u2019s why your dentist has developed\nan easy yet helpful set of tips for preventing dental implant infections in\nMesquite. Keep reading to ensure the health and success of your smile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Maintain Your Dental Hygiene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best steps you can take for your implants is to rinse\nyour mouth regularly. While the wounds are healing, they are much more\nsusceptible to bacteria forming and causing infection. However, by rinsing\nregularly, you can wash away pesky bacteria that can cause problems for your\nimplants. You can rinse with mouth wash, or to speed up the healing on your\ndental implants, use saltwater. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, it\u2019s vital to brush and floss your teeth.\nBrush twice a day for two minutes each, and floss once to remove food debris\nand bacteria from in between your smile. Be sure to angle your toothbrush at 45\ndegrees on the gumline to clean away plaque buildup. Your gums can also get\ninfected, which is why flossing and brushing the gumline should be a\nsignificant part of your normal routine.&nbsp;\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visit Your Dentist Regularly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During the time it takes for your implants to heal, and after\nyour smile is fully recovered, you should maintain regular appointments with\nyour implant specialist in Mesquite. They will carefully examine your teeth to\nensure that your implants are healthy and successful. After your mouth has\ncompletely healed, they will place your permanent restoration to give you the\nsmile of your dreams. Plus, down the road, they will monitor your restorations\nfor wear, replacing them when necessary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avoid Sugary Beverages and Food<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your implants are still healing, it\u2019s best to avoid\nsugary foods and beverages. This is because sugars often leave behind a lot of\nbacteria, finding hard to reach places to settle like your dental implants.\nAnd, since sugar turns into acids, these food items can also eat away at your\nteeth and gums. To lower your risk of infection, gum disease, and tooth decay,\nit\u2019s best to avoid sugary foods and drinks altogether.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Healthy Implants for a Better Life<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/dental-implants.html\">Dental\nimplants in Mesquite<\/a> give you the ability to chew, speak, and smile with\nultimate confidence. By following these simple aftercare tips, you can ensure\nthe success of your implants, giving yourself the smile you\u2019ve always wanted.\nRemember, with proper care, dental implants can last for a lifetime. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you ready to enjoy your dental implants while staying\ninfection-free? Keep these prevention tips in mind to make sure you\u2019re smiling\nwith health and happiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet the Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Byron McKnight is a highly trained dentist who has the\nknowledge and experience to place and restore dental implants. He understands\nthe importance of aftercare, which is why he has included these tips for\npreventing infection. If you have any questions, he can be reached through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or by phone\nat (972) 698-8000.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you have dental implants, you\u2019ve already made an important decision to give yourself a healthy, strong, and beautiful smile. However, there is some aftercare that you need to complete to keep your implants in tip-top shape and away from infection. 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