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When several consecutive teeth are missing or need to be extracted, an dental implant-supported bridge is just the solution you need to restore your beautiful, healthy smile. These artificial teeth are designed to look and function just like real ones. That’s why, after the oral surgery, you can expect to chew, eat, drink, and talk as usual. However, you may still need to modify your dental care routine to best care for the bridge.

Post-Oral Surgery: Caring for Your Bridge

oral surgeryDental implant-supported bridges differ from removable bridges in that they remain affixed to your gum line, so you can’t detach them before cleaning. So, to protect your smile after the oral surgery, you’ll need to practice proper oral hygiene. You should brush or floss at least twice a day or after every meal, paying extra attention to the artificial teeth. You may want to consider using a proxy brush to more easily clean the small crevices on and around the bridge.

Healthy gum tissue is essential to support the post and the prosthetic. That’s why, in addition to brushing and flossing regularly, you should also receive a professional cleaning twice a year. During the appointment, your dentist will not only clean your teeth but also give you oral care tips to keep your smile – and your dental implant-supported bridge – in excellent condition.

Lastly, you can care for your new smile by consuming plenty of fruits and vegetables as well as cutting back on meat, starches, and refined sugar. When you eat a healthy diet, visit the dentist regularly, and practice a proactive oral care routine, your bridge can last upwards of 10 years.

 

If you have missing, broken, or otherwise damaged teeth, consult the experienced oral surgeons at Oral Surgery Associates of Alaska. Located in Anchorage, AK, this team provides the high-quality restorative services you need. Using the latest and best in technology, they ensure beautiful, durable results every time. For more on their oral surgery procedures, visit the practice online or call (907) 561-1430 today.

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