Just like with your natural pearly whites, the key to long-lasting dental implants is good at-home oral hygiene. Even though your new prosthetic can’t get cavities, it’s still important to regularly brush, floss, and rinse your mouth because one of the leading causes of implant failure is peri-implantitis, or a gum infection caused by harmful oral bacteria. Read on to learn more about how to effectively floss with dental implants.