Dental Treatment

Implant Maintenance

At Geans Clinic we believe prevention is better than cure and prevention isn’t just about cleanings—it’s about building strong, healthy habits and catching small issues before they become big ones.

Caring for your dental implants to ensure long-term success.

Implant maintenance refers to the ongoing care and professional monitoring required to keep dental implants healthy and functioning for the long term. While implants don’t decay like natural teeth, they can still develop complications—especially in the surrounding gums and bone.

Caring for your dental implants to ensure long-term success.

At a glance

Treatment time

30 minutes

Key benefit

Longevity of dental implants

Downtime

None

Anaesthetic

None

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About this treatment

Peri-Implant Disease falls into two types:

1. Peri-Implant Mucositis

Reversible inflammation of the gums around the implant
Caused by plaque buildup
Treated with improved oral hygiene and professional cleaning

2. Peri-Implantitis

More serious; involves bone loss around the implant
Can lead to implant failure if not managed early
May require specialist intervention and surgical treatment

Implant maintenance will prevent peri-implant disease (gum inflammation and bone loss around implants). It also maintains healthy gum tissue and bone support surrounding the implants and preserves the function and aesthetics of the implant and restoration. These visits will also detect mechanical issues early (loose crowns, fractures, etc.) and therefore support implant longevity — implants can last decades with good care.

Implant maintenance involves regular dental hygiene visits (typically every 3–6 months). Our highly experienced hygienists will make a thorough assessment of soft tissue health and perform plaque/tartar removal using our state of the art Airflow device. Studies have shown the use of the Airflow as highly beneficial in cleaning the implant surface and underneath the gums.

Alongside careful monitoring with our dentists using x-rays, our hygienists complement this by checking for early signs of mobility, inflammation, or signs of peri-implantitis

Before & Afters

FAQs

How can I maintain my implants at home?

Our hygienists will provide you with a tailored home care plan based on the number of implants you have, their position in your mouth and the type of prosthesis the implant supports.

It is essential you brush twice daily using an electric brush. At Geans Clinic, we recommend the use of implant-specific floss and interdental brushes. You will be shown how to clean around the crown, abutment, and gumline carefully. It is important to use non-abrasive toothpaste and avoid harsh scrubbing. In some cases antibacterial mouth rinses may be recommended.

How long will treatment take?

between 30-45 minutes depending on how long the hygienist feels will benefit you on a case by case basis. The interval between visits can be from 3-6 months dependent on individual risk factors.

How can I ensure to keep my implant healthy long term

It is essential you treat implants with the same (or greater) care as natural teeth. Never skip hygiene appointments—routine checks are critical. Make sure to report any bleeding, pain, or swelling around implants promptly. Avoid smoking—this increases the risk of implant failure. Make sure to wear any night guards or bite protective appliances as instructed to prevent excessive forces being placed on your implants.

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Following your consultation, you will be provided with a written estimate of costs for treatment. This is based on the materials or products to be used, and complexity of the procedure. You will always be given clear transparent costs and there will never be any hidden costs or surprise bills!

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Price from

£88

Specialist team

Jane Westwood

GDC Number: 4391

Dental Hygienist

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Mandy Luzar

GDC Number: 2511

Dental Hygienist

Meet Mandy Luzar

Sarah Greener

BSc (Hons) Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy

GDC Number: 245786

Dental Hygienist

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Bad Breath

Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is an unpleasant odour coming from the mouth.

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Loose Teeth

A loose tooth in adults is your body’s way of saying something isn’t right. The earlier we find the cause, the better chance we have of saving the tooth—and your smile!

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Gaps / Lost Teeth

A gap in your mouth—whether it’s due to a missing tooth or a natural space between teeth (called a diastema)—can affect your smile, chewing ability, confidence, and even your oral health over time.

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Patient Testimonials

We as a family have been coming to this dentist since it opened. I cannot stress how professional and caring they all are. I myself am a nervous patient and they put me at ease every single time. My son has unfortunately had to have root canal treatment not something anyone likes to endure but they were so careful, gentle and professional that my son wasn’t worried, scared or in pain (he fell asleep). I love this dentist, and recommend you to everyone. Sabrina is AMAZING, such a lovely person.

Anonymous patient

Thank you Sabrina for not hurting me and making me feel at ease! I’m scared to death of the dentist!

Anonymous patient

Both my wife and I have been in to see you for a few different treatments and on every single occasion we have left feeling happy and confident with the work you have done. My wife was extremely nervous about having any work done but after having the first consultation with you she came away and immediately felt relaxed about seeing you again to begin the treatments. After the experience we’ve had with you I no longer dread having to book in for a check up!

Anonymous patient

I have trusted my dental health to Geans Dental or over 5 years now. Every visit and treatment has been undertaken by a very professional clinical team assisted by a caring and incredibly supportive team. 5 star treatment from a 5 star organisation

Ian H

Always friendly, helpful and a pleasure to visit. I have been a customer/patient for many years along with my wife. I recommend Geans Dental as an excellent choice if you want 1st class dentistry.

Anonymous patient

A beyond excellent service every step of the way. Completely fantastic.

Anonymous patient

In recent months I have seen the dentist and visiting dental surgeon as well as the dental hygienist. I would like to say that I always find their care and professional skills are exemplary, putting me at ease and providing excellent dental care and advice – Thank you all!

Anonymous patient

A very positive experience. Came away with real confidence and trust in the quality of care and advice received. Thank you.

Anonymous patient

A very positive experience. Came away with real confidence and trust in the quality of care and advice received. Thank you.

Anonymous patient

Will you please pass my thanks to Shrina Nathwani for her wonderful, professional care when I had a tooth extracted… I had been dreading the procedure but Shrina made me feel so relaxed and I must say I felt no discomfort. Shrina and the dental nurse who assisted her are a definite asset to your practice.

Anon 1, October 2018

I had excellent service from Shrina, not even any swelling or bleeding after the extraction last week. It’s just such a relief to have this sorted. Thank you for your prompt action.

Anon 2, December 2018

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