Can dental implants get cavities?

My grandmother always told us that nothing replaces natural teeth, but modern medicine has helped so much. My dentist cleared up this doubt for me: the artificial implant won't decay, but the supporting bone and gums still need care. Regular brushing is a must to keep the surrounding tissue healthy.

I was so worried that my expensive new implant would get ruined by cavities if I ate sweet stuff. Thankfully, the artificial tooth itself is completely immune to decay. Still, make sure to floss carefully because gum infections can still cause the implant to fail.

My dentist explained that while the implant titanium screw and crown cannot develop decay, the surrounding gums are susceptible to 'peri-implantitis', which is similar to gum disease. So while you won't get cavities there, skipping hygiene can lead to bone loss around the implant.

No, a metal or ceramic implant cannot get cavities, that is the beauty of modern science. However, we must keep our mouth clean. Gargling with warm salt water after meals is a simple way to keep the surrounding gums free of bacteria.