What causes black gums due to dental implants?

What is the effect of tooth implants with black gums? The reason why black gums appear and how to overcome black tooth roots and gingivitis helps you overcome tooth defects.

1. What is the dental implant method?

dental implants cause black gums
General oral health check

Porcelain dental implant method is a commonly used method today that uses porcelain crowns to restore tooth crowns for dental defects. Porcelain teeth are composed of two parts: the frame (located inside the tooth) and the porcelain layer (outside the tooth). Besides, porcelain teeth are divided into 2 types:

  • Metal ceramic teeth: This type of porcelain teeth is designed with an inner frame made of metals such as Titanium, Cr – Co,.. and covered on the outside with a thin layer of porcelain enamel. The average lifespan of metal-ceramic teeth is 5-7 years. In the long term, black gum lines often appear.
  • All-ceramic teeth: This is a line of porcelain teeth that is highly appreciated and recommended by dental experts for use in front tooth restoration cases. Because porcelain teeth are made of pure porcelain with a strong rib layer and covered with a layer of porcelain. The average lifespan of all-ceramic teeth lasts from 10 to 20 years. The advantage of the all-ceramic dental implant method is that there will be no black gum line.

However, many people still can’t help but wonder: “Why does black gum appear when teeth are implanted” – This situation can be the cause of choosing porcelain crowns or improper oral care. To find out the exact causes of black gums, please read the article below!

2. What is the cause of tooth implants with black gums?

Using metal-ceramic teeth to restore teeth

As mentioned about the structure Above are two types of porcelain commonly used today: metal-ceramic teeth and all-ceramic teeth. Among them, all-ceramic teeth are highly appreciated and prioritized when used because of their high aesthetics and long-term durability.

In addition, metal-ceramic teeth often show black gums due to oxidation in the metal frame inside the ribs, which will cause the tooth neck to turn black after a period of use. And more severe cases can cause gum irritation.

In addition, the lifespan of metal-ceramic teeth lasts about 5-7 years. After what period of time?In this case, you must restore new porcelain teeth to ensure it does not affect the oral health as well as the aesthetics of the user.

Smoking

black gums with tooth implants
Smoking is also the cause of black teeth and gums

Smoking is the main cause of yellow and cloudy teeth. At the same time, there is a potential risk of harming the gums and body’s health. Because cigarette smoke contains Nicotine, which stimulates Melanin more than usual. Normally, Melanin concentrates in gum tissue, creating dark patches on the gums. Therefore, over time, in the case of long-term smokers, it will lead to discolored gums.

Improper oral hygiene

Porcelain teeth cause black gums and diseases related to oral health such as tooth decay, gingivitis, receding gums, etc., most of which often originate from improper oral hygiene. 

The habit of brushing your teeth incorrectly or brushing your teeth too hard horizontally will damage your gums or even make you susceptible to disease. Especially causes darkening of the gum area after dental implantation.

3. Solution to overcome the problem of blackened gums from dental implants 

To fix the problem of blackened gums from porcelain teeth when using dental implants, you must first find out the cause. From there, you will have the basis to overcome this case effectively. By consulting a dentist, the doctor will usually recommend a number of specific treatment methods:

All-ceramic tooth replacement 

In cases of porcelain teeth with blackened gums due to metal porcelain teeth. Then you just need to replace it with all-ceramic porcelain teeth. In addition, to be safe for your oral health, you should choose porcelain teeth of clear origin to ensure quality when used. 

Thanks to the bridge created by all-ceramic teeth, they are all made of ceramic material, with absolutely no metal mixed in. It is especially not oxidized, thereby overcoming the problem of black or discolored teeth.

Some advantages when you use all-ceramic teeth to get aesthetic teeth, specifically:

  • No black tooth roots 
  • Natural and highly aesthetic colors 
  • Resistant to plaque and staining 
  • Does not irritate teeth or gums and is especially safe for the body 
  • Has high durability equivalent to real teeth, not easily broken (except in cases of strong impact such as traffic accidents).
  • Long-term use of porcelain teeth because the average lifespan of porcelain teeth is about 10 – 20 years (depending on the type of porcelain you have chosen) compared to metal porcelain teeth.

In addition, when you have all-ceramic dental implants for the front teeth, you There will be no blackening of the gum line when smiling or when light shines on the crown of the tooth. Thus, ensuring aesthetics throughout the period of use. 

Proper oral care 

In case the gums are dark and can be restored if you change your daily oral care habits. Brush your teeth gently and along the length of your teeth at least twice a day. Take care of your teeth in the morning after waking up and before going to bed at night. Besides, you can combine it with dental floss and mouthwash to effectively clean your teeth, which will limit disease-causing bacteria.

black gums from tooth implant
Proper oral care includes 8 steps

For long-term smokers, it is necessary to limit smoking. Will affect the quality of porcelain teeth. In addition, smoking also affects the health of the user and those around him.

Regular dental check-ups 

Regular dental health check-ups about 6 months 1 time for the doctor to periodically clean and remove tartar. To ensure health and prevent porcelain teeth from blackening gums as well as increase the longevity of porcelain teeth.

Hopefully, through this article, readers will help find the cause of black gums when using dental implants. If you have any questions about dental restoration methods or general oral treatment, please contact us via the Website or My Auris Fanpage for more detailed advice!

Kim Dung

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