Dental implants are the solution for a host of oral problems such as tooth decay, gum problems, and others. The use of dental implants is one of the best ways to get your smile back.

Though the average cost of dental implants is a bit high than dentures, these may be necessary in cases of severe tooth decay. Due to the importance of good oral health, you may not want to pay too much attention to high dental implant costs.

The following are some useful tips to prevent plaque from forming on your dental implants.

• Oral hygiene:  Oral hygiene is very much important for your dental implants. Always avoid sweet and sticky food items as much as you can. Wash your mouth immediately after eating sugary food items.
• Brush after meals: Brush your teeth regularly and after every meal. It is recommended to brush your teeth twice in a day. Regularly brushing your teeth will keep them healthy.
• Quit smoking:  Smoking can adversely affect your oral health. Smoking builds tartar on your teeth and causes decay. Once tooth begins to decay, the process can accelerate and ruin your gums also. So if you are a smoker, you may need to quit this habit before getting implants. If you continue to smoke after getting teeth implants, your oral health will continue to deteriorate.
• Floss regularly:  Flossing is a good habit for maintaining healthy gums. Your doctor may teach you how to floss to keep your teeth implants in good condition.

Tooth decay can not only occur due to poor oral hygiene habits but also due to oral injuries, infections and other health problems. One can use dental implants to replace decayed teeth. But without proper care, even the most expensive ones can become damaged because even prosthetic teeth are prone to plaque and require care.