Implant Care and Maintenance

Implant Care and Maintenance

An implant can lose attachment to the bone, even after it has successfully fused to it. Here are two ways your implant could lose attachment to the bone, and what you can do keep your implants intact:

  • Poor oral hygiene

It’s especially important to brush and floss, and schedule regular dental cleanings to maintain your implant. Poor oral hygiene can lead to a bacterial infection called peri-implantitis. Peri-implantitis threatens the quality of the soft tissue and bone supporting the implant. If you notice redness and swelling around your implant, or if your implant is loose, you should see your healthcare provider immediately.

  • Excessive biting forces

If you clench or grind your teeth, you might need a nightguard to protect your teeth and implant. Nightguards are made with soft, flexible material that absorbs the impact of the clenching and grinding to protect your teeth and implant.

In some cases, you might need more implants to handle the forces generated by biting and chewing. Your healthcare provider will measure your bite force and determine the best number of implants for you, as well as the best implant diameter and length.


Contact Us

Elk Grove Village Office
901 Biesterfield Road
Suite 104
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
(Woodland Square @ Corner of Biesterfeld & Beisner Rd.s)

(847) 437-8366


Melrose Park Office
675 W. North Ave. Ste 307
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(Gottlieb Profession Bldg.)

(708) 450-4533


Dr. Szatkowski's hours:

Elk Grove Office Hours

Monday:

9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wednesday, Thursday:

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Friday:

7:00 am - 2:00 pm

Saturday:

7:00 am - 12:00 pm

Sunday:

Closed

Melrose Park Office Hours

Monday, Wednesday - Friday, Sunday:

Closed

Tuesday:

9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Saturday:

8:00 am - 1:30 pm

Please be sure to schedule your hygeine visit when I'm present, so I may say hello and examine you myself.