Made from the same titanium alloy as implants and abutments, these scalers are expertly designed and manufactured for implant maintenance, debridement, surface stains removal and can be used both Supra and Subgingivally.

Using a variety of the newer types of implant scalers that are available (graphite, resin, or plastic instruments made by Hu-Friedy, AIT Dental, Steri-Oss, or Premier) is usually sufficient. Having a variety of plastic instruments on hand is advisable; in that way, you can be prepared for whatever comes your way.

Debriding with a titanium scaler on a titanium implant has been shown to avoid compromising the implant and remove destructive debris. 3,4 Medical-grade titanium instruments, which prevent any scratching or residue on the implant, with a resin handle can be found through Paradise Dental Technologies (PDT).

Implant Care and Scaling In the rare instance of calculus formation around an implant, scaling is indicated. Some advocate plastic scalers, however, careful scaling with sharp metal instruments is more effective – and if done carefully will not harm the implant.

From the available instruments, the air polisher seems to currently be the most suitable instrument for both smooth and rough surfaces when preservation of the surface structure is required. In the presence of calcified deposits, the cleaning potential of all mechanical instruments is reduced.

Oral Irrigators/Water Flossers Studies have shown that the Waterpik Water Flosser is the only oral irrigator to date that has been proven safe and effective for use with dental implants and effectively reduced plaque buildup and gingivitis in clinical trial patients.

As the inflammation progresses, your dental implants can become covered in the same destructive bacteria-infested plaque that causes periodontal infections in natural teeth. If left undisturbed, the plaque can harden to form tartar — dental calculus.