While your new dental implants already have an impressive 95 percent success rate even 10 years after placement, it’s still important to do what you can to keep their odds as high as possible. One way you can increase their chances of survival is to ensure that your diet is packed with plenty of vitamin D. Here’s why it’s so essential, and how you can ensure that you’re getting enough.
The Deal with D
Vitamin D is an essential fat-soluble nutrient that is naturally found in foods like tuna, salmon, eggs, leafy greens, and dairy products. It can also be created by your body’s exposure to the sun as its UVB rays convert the cholesterol in your skin to vitamin D3. In fact, it only takes about 15 minutes of midday sunlight exposure to the face, arms, and legs two or three times a week to generate adequate levels.
How Vitamin D Helps Dental Implants
Vitamin D benefits the body by helping it to build up your bones and keep them strong. You see, your body needs it to absorb calcium, which is essential when recovering from dental implant surgery as your jawbone heals and your prosthetic permanently fuses in place. In fact, improper osseointegration is one of the leading causes of dental implant failure.
Vitamin D also helps with the production of compounds that lower your levels of oral bacteria and keep your gums healthy and strong to reduce your risk of another common cause of dental implant failure, peri-implantitis.
Thus, to ensure that your newly-restored smile has a solid foundation and the best chance possible for survival, be sure to get adequate levels of vitamin D and follow your dentist’s aftercare instructions.
Remember, dental implants are the only permanent tooth replacement option. Not only are they durable and lifelike, but they also boast an incredibly high success rate. To ensure that your newly rebuilt smile has the best chance of lasting a lifetime, be sure to take excellent care of your teeth by regular brushing, flossing, and visits to your dentist. That, combined with a healthy lifestyle and a diet rich in vitamin D could help give you a firm foundation for longevity.
To learn more about dental implants and how they can help your smile, schedule a consultation with your dentist today.
About Our Practice
At Smile Castle Rock, Dr. Radz and Dr. Thompson want to restore your healthy, beautiful smile with the help of durable, lifelike dental implants. If you’re ready to learn more about these life-changing prosthetics and how they can permanently rebuild your gorgeous grin, schedule a consultation by visiting our website or calling 303-663-9600.