Homecare

Dental implants are an investment in long-term health and function. Success depends not only on professional care but also on consistent and thorough home care.
The challenge in maintaining hygiene around ALL-on-X prostheses, especially those made of zirconia and screwed into place, lies in the limited accessibility, particularly the intaglio(tissue-facing) surface, which cannot be cleaned without removing the prostheses.
Only about 20 to 30% of the surface area of a full arch zirconia prosthesis is accessible for effective daily biofilm disruption.

Twice-Daily Routine
- Use a soft, sonic toothbrush on visible surfaces
- Interdental brushes or proxy brushes for the gumline around accessible implants
- Water flosser with antimicrobial rinse under the prosthesis (angled tip preferred)
Antimicrobial Mouth Rinse
- Ozone water or molecular iodine
AOXcare Prebiotic Supports a healthy oral microbiome
- Reduces acid production by altering bacterial metabolism

Salivary Testing - every visit with a microscope, yearly lab tests
In-Office Cleanings
- Every 3 to 4 months for AOX prosthesis patients
- More frequent if there is a history of peri-implant disease
Professional Tools
- Guided biofilm therapy (GBT), air polishing, laser decontamination
- Removal of the prosthesis periodically to clean the intaglio surface

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use floss under an AOX? (Usually not—use a water flosser)
Is AOXcare safe long-term? (Yes, formulated to support balance without harsh chemicals)
Can I sleep in my prosthesis? (Yes, AOX is fixed—but hygiene becomes even more important)

Check gums for signs of infection
Sonic Brushing

Irrigation with antimicrobial rinse

Prebiotic after every meal