How to Maintain Your Dental Work: Crowns, Bridges, and Dentures

While you should always take care of your teeth, it is especially important that you practice good oral hygiene after you have had dental work done. Whether you have undergone dental procedures to get crowns, bridges, or dentures, it is important you know what tips will help you maintain your dental work. Maintaining your dental work will ensure your teeth are functional and that you have the beautiful smile you deserve.

Maintaining your dental work is essential to ensure long-lasting results, whether you have crowns, bridges, or dentures. At Advanced Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we offer guidance on how to care for your dental restorations, from daily hygiene routines to regular check-ups. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Pavlakis and his team have seen firsthand how proper maintenance can extend the life of your dental work, keeping your smile healthy and beautiful. We believe in providing personalized care to help you protect your investment and enjoy a confident smile for years to come.

Tips to Help You Maintain Your Dental Work

After you have spent time and money getting dental work done, it is important you know how to maintain it for as long as possible so you can continue to enjoy the benefits of your new dental crowns, bridges, or dentures. Some of the best ways to maintain your dental work include the following:

Ensure You Are Regularly Flossing

Whether you have dental crowns, bridges, or dentures done, flossing regularly is extremely important for longevity. You may also use a soft pick that can get underneath these dental structures and keep plaque from building up. Your dentist can go over the correct technique for flossing and cleaning for your specific dental work. Whether you use dental floss or a soft pick for your dental work maintenance, this process should be done consistently two times a day after meals. 

Consider Using a Waterpik

A Waterpik is a more advanced and effective way to floss. Waterpiks are water flossers that shoot out water. Using a Waterpik allows you to remove large amounts of plaque from behind a dental bridge, crown, or around dentures. This tool can help you easily maintain an overall clean mouth. 

Your dentist will likely recommend that you use your Waterpik in the morning and at night to clean underneath the dental work you have had done. Because they tend to be pretty messy, it is often a good practice to use your Waterpik in the shower. 

Routinely Brush Your Teeth

Brushing your teeth limits the amount of plaque in your mouth, keeping your mouth and gums healthy. This is especially important after you have had dental work done. If you do not brush regularly, or brush improperly, you may develop cavities or other oral health issues. If you have a cavity underneath your dental crown, bridge, or denture, your dentist may have to ruin the current work that has been done and redo it after the cavity is taken care of. For this reason, and to prevent gum disease and other oral health issues, it is highly important that you talk to your dentist about how to properly brush after getting dental work done.

Attend Regular Visits to Your Dentist

After having dental work done, it is highly important that you keep up with your hygiene cleanings and check-ups with your dentist. To best maintain your oral health after having dental work done,  you should get your teeth cleaned every six months. It is also important you go to any necessary check-ups with your dentist as recommended for your dental work. 

To learn more about how you can maintain your dental work, reach out to your dentist today!

Keep Your Smile Beautiful and Healthy at Advanced Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

Maintaining your dental work can help you avoid costly repairs and keep your smile looking its best. At Advanced Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we provide personalized guidance on how to care for your crowns, bridges, and dentures to help you maintain long-lasting results. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Pavlakis and our team understand the importance of regular cleanings, proper hygiene routines, and the right tools, like Waterpiks and soft picks, to help you protect your dental investment. Our priority is your dental health and satisfaction, and we’re here to assist you in every step of your dental journey.

If you’re ready to protect your dental work and maintain a beautiful, healthy smile, we invite you to schedule an appointment with us at Advanced Family & Cosmetic Dentistry. Call us at (860) 347-1227 or fill out our contact form to take the next step in caring for your dental health.