Implant Aftercare & Maintenance
Regular review of tissues, function and long-term cleanability
An implant is not “finished” once the prosthetic restoration has been completed. Tissues, hygiene, bite and technical components can change over the years and should be reviewed regularly.
Aftercare is adapted to your personal risk profile. People with a history of periodontitis, smoking, limited cleanability or previous inflammation often require closer monitoring.
What does implant aftercare involve?
An implant is not maintenance-free after healing. Long-term stability also depends on healthy tissues, good cleanability, regular monitoring and a recall interval suited to the individual risk situation. Implant maintenance is therefore part of treatment rather than something that starts only after symptoms occur.
During implant maintenance in Basel, we assess the gums, probing findings, cleanability, technical components and – when indicated – bone levels. Changes identified early can often be assessed more specifically than problems first noticed only after pain or mobility develops.
What is included in implant aftercare?
Review of the gums and peri-implant tissues.
Assessment of bleeding, cleanability and – where appropriate – probing measurements.
Professional biofilm removal using implant-appropriate instruments.
Review of the crown, screw connection, contact points and bite.
Radiographic follow-up according to individual indication and clinical course.
Risk-based recall rather than a fixed schedule
There is no single interval that is right for everyone. We determine maintenance according to inflammatory risk, oral hygiene, medical history and the type of restoration.
Also for implants placed elsewhere
Structured implant maintenance is also possible when the implants were originally placed at another practice. If abnormalities are found, further assessment can be arranged at an early stage.
Further information
Think long term. Good implant care includes not only surgery and the crown, but also reliable maintenance afterwards.
Note: This information is intended for general guidance and does not replace an individual examination and consultation.
