The emmi-dent ultrasonic toothbrush effectively prevents dental diseases such as caries, periodontitis, and gingivitis thanks to its innovative cleaning process. But what if you already have dental problems that require dental treatment? How does an ultrasonic toothbrush work with fillings and implants? Even with fillings and fixed dentures, brushing with a toothbrush that uses 100 percent ultrasound produces excellent results. Read here to find out why this is the case and what advantages an ultrasonic toothbrush offers with implants and fillings.
Fillings and implants for dental health
Whether it's a decayed or broken tooth, dental fillings replace the natural protection of the teeth when the tooth is no longer able to function . Dentists use fillings to repair cavities caused by tooth decay. A filling also replaces a piece of the tooth that has broken off. More extensive damage to the tooth structure requires more extensive dental treatment – a crown or other fixed implants may be necessary.
Dentists in Germany alone fill more than 50 million cavities each year – from amalgam to composite. But choosing the right material and filling the tooth isn't enough. Fillings, like implants, require special attention to dental care after treatment. Daily brushing is especially important.
Why brushing your teeth and using the right toothbrush are so important for fillings and implants
Teeth with fillings are particularly vulnerable because the tooth structure in these areas has already suffered damage – often due to caries that has eroded the cavity. There is a risk that harmful bacteria will repopulate these areas of the mouth. The interface between the filling and the tooth structure is particularly vulnerable, as this is an ideal habitat for bacteria. If these areas are not removed regularly, plaque builds up, which can lead to tartar, periodontitis, and further caries.
Keeping the area around the treated tooth clean and germ-free reduces the risk of further fillings. With dental implants, another challenge is the need to protect delicate materials. Choosing the right toothbrush is more important than ever!
All about the use of the ultrasonic toothbrush for fillings
Of course, the ultrasonic toothbrush can also be used for dental care around fillings. Thanks to its innovative cleaning process, the emmi®-dent ultrasonic toothbrush achieves optimal results even with fillings. Hard-to-reach areas in the mouth that conventional manual, sonic, or other electric toothbrushes can't reach are effectively freed of food debris, plaque, and harmful bacteria.
How the ultrasonic toothbrush works on fillings
Ultrasonic toothbrushes clean teeth without movement and almost without contact. They completely eliminate the scrubbing you're used to with manual or electric brushes – other sonic toothbrushes ultimately still rely on mechanical friction. Ultrasonic devices work differently: Their up to 96 million vibrations per minute gently and carefully clean teeth, fillings, and implants without damaging delicate materials.
The ultrasound generated by the piezo chip of the emmi®-dent ultrasonic toothbrush produces numerous small bubbles that implode in the spaces between the mouth and thoroughly remove impurities.
How to brush your teeth with an ultrasonic toothbrush when you have fillings
The emmi®-dent ultrasonic toothbrush isn't just impressive in terms of cleaning, it's also incredibly easy to use. Simply hold the toothbrush against your teeth – the ultrasound does the rest.
Are there any risks when brushing with an ultrasonic toothbrush if you have fillings?
When you brush your teeth with the emmi®-dent ultrasonic toothbrush, there's no risk to fillings. Despite its 96 million vibrations, the device won't cause fillings to slip out – a well-fitting filling remains rock-solid. If fillings become loose while brushing, this would have happened over time anyway and would have little to do with the toothbrush.
The ultrasound used by the emmi®-dent is completely harmless. Its frequency spectrum is beyond human perception, so you won't hear or feel it.
The use of the ultrasonic toothbrush for implants
What applies to fillings also applies to dental care with an ultrasonic toothbrush for implants. With crowns, bridges, and dentures, there's the added challenge of not damaging the delicate material. Thanks to its gentle action, the ultrasonic toothbrush also cleans these areas – it effortlessly reaches beneath the dentures and at the junctions between crowns and gums. This ensures thorough removal of food debris and bacteria without damaging the implant material.
Ultrasonic toothbrush for implants and fillings – what you need to pay attention to
Whether it's for fillings or dentures, correct handling is essential for the optimal cleaning effect of the emmi®-dent. However, proper ultrasonic toothbrushing requires some practice. Many users find the first few uses a little unfamiliar, as they've only ever brushed their teeth mechanically. However, the incredibly easy handling and the excellent results with implants and fillings speak for themselves. The emmi®-dent effectively prevents dental diseases such as caries, periodontitis, gingivitis, and bad breath, and also supports the aftercare of existing dental problems.
