{"id":317,"date":"2026-08-25T04:24:24","date_gmt":"2026-08-25T04:24:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.edisonprosthodontics.com\/blog\/2026\/08\/25\/a-dental-implant-how-to-a-guide-to-flossing\/"},"modified":"2026-08-25T04:24:24","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T04:24:24","slug":"a-dental-implant-how-to-a-guide-to-flossing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edisonprosthodontics.com\/blog\/2026\/08\/25\/a-dental-implant-how-to-a-guide-to-flossing\/","title":{"rendered":"A Dental Implant How-To: A Guide to Flossing"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dental implants<\/a> are an effective way to get a full smile you love. They restore up to 90% of your bite and let you dive into a wide range of foods more easily compared to other options. Better yet, they can last for decades! This tooth replacement can only reach this lifespan with proper care, and flossing is one step of your oral hygiene routine you shouldn\u2019t skip. Here\u2019s a guide to ensure you do this habit right.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Is Flossing Really Necessary with Dental Implants?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although cavities aren\u2019t a worry anymore with dental implants, bacteria in your mouth can still attack the supporting structures. If so, you risk developing peri-implantitis. This infection can make your gums inflamed and cause jawbone loss. You risk experiencing failure as this condition is left untreated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s the Right Way to Floss Around My Dental Implants?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important you remove plaque to protect your investment in your smile, so flossing is a step of your dental hygiene you should stick to. If you aren\u2019t used to doing this habit, then you might be lost on how to start, so here\u2019s a short step-by-step process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n