Dental implants are an ideal method of dental restoration if the economy allows, but why is smoking not recommended for such an expensive and desirable method?
Smokers, please note that everything is not all right after dental implants. The effects of smoking on dental implants can be much more serious than we think:
1. Oral Blood Circulation:
Smoking causes blood vessels to constrict, affecting blood circulation. This in turn affects bone healing and soft tissue repair, which in turn affects the success rate of dental implants.
2. Immune System:
Smoking will affect the function of the immune system, there are many bacteria in the mouth, and the decreased immunity will lead to a decrease in the resistance of oral tissues to pathogenic microorganisms, leading to infection and inflammatory reactions in the tissues around dental implants, affecting the stability and longevity of dental implants.
3. Osteology:
Cigarettes contain a large number of harmful substances that can affect the growth and differentiation of bone cells, which may seriously affect the bond between the implant and the bone, and poor bone healing may lead to loosening or even failure of the dental implant.
4. Oral Hygiene:
Smoking tends to dry out the environment in the mouth and reduce saliva production. Saliva plays an important role in preventing infection. A dry oral environment can facilitate bacterial growth and increase the risk of periodontal disease and peridental implantitis.
5. Causes Dental Implant Failure:
Problems such as infections and poor bone healing caused by smoking may increase the risk of dental implant failure.
For dental implants to be successful, patients should reduce smoking or even quit smoking after implant surgery. At the same time, maintain good oral hygiene habits, such as brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing and mouthwashing, etc., and have regular dental check-ups and cleanings, so as to maintain them in place to prolong the life of dental implants as much as possible.