How Vitamin D Can Help Protect Your Dental Implants
January 29, 2026
Getting dental implants may require a longer process than other methods of tooth replacement, but it’s one that most patients overwhelmingly agree is worth the wait. Unfortunately, however, if you don’t take good care of your mouth, you could be putting your newly restored smile at risk. One way to improve your oral and overall health is by increasing your intake of vitamin D. Here’s a closer look at how this can help you, and a few easy ways to ensure that you’re getting enough.
What is Vitamin D?
Vitamin D is found in variety of foods, including fatty fish such as salmon and tuna, milk and dairy products, and even egg yolks. It can also be generated within your own body from exposure to the sun, when its UVB rays convert cholesterol in your skin into vitamin D3. In fact, you only need about five to 15 minutes of midday sunlight exposure to your arms, legs, or face two or three times a week to produce a sufficient amount to keep your levels high.
The Oral Health Benefits of Vitamin D
Vitamin D can benefit your smile in many ways, especially if you have dental implants. That’s because the more your body has, the more likely your dental implants will successfully integrate into your bones, via is a process known as osseointegration. Not only that, but it can also help in the production of compounds that lower bacteria levels in your mouth and even promote gum health, which is especially important in the dental implant process, because one of the leading causes of dental implant failure is a condition similar to gum disease called peri-implantitis.
How Can I Increase My Vitamin D Intake?
There are several easy ways to up your intake of vitamin D. In addition to eating a diet that’s rich in dairy, fatty fish, and dark, leafy greens, you can also try stepping outside into the sun for a few minutes a week or sitting by a UV lamp if you prefer. You can even take a vitamin D supplement but be sure to speak to your doctor about correct dosage and to ensure it does not interfere with any medications you’re already taking.
Remember, dental implants are well worth the time and effort required to successfully restore your smile but be sure to protect your prosthetics and give them the best odds possible by caring for your oral and overall health, too. To learn more about how dental implants can restore your gorgeous healthy grin, schedule a consultation with your dentist today!
About Our Practice
At Annigan Dental, we are proud to offer the entire dental implant treatment from start to finish right here in our office. Dr. Hsue and Dr. Frederickson are committed to helping our patients protect their newly improved smiles every step of the way. To learn more about how we can assist you in successfully restoring your gorgeous grin with the help of these life-changing prosthetics, schedule a dental implant consultation today by visiting our website or calling 425-492-6898.
