You may think that once you have dental implants in place, there’s not much you need to worry about. You figure that caring for your smile isn’t such a big deal because you’ve already lost teeth and you even have artificial replacements! You may assume, too, that since implants can last and last, problems that are quite common are likely no match for the longevity of these replacements. However, the opposite is true: You need to avoid issues like gingivitis to protect your now complete grin!
It Can Become Dangerous
Gingivitis on its own is something that can be treated and even cleared away completely. You can’t do it yourself but you can get there with the assistance of your dentist. However, when you ignore it, it can quickly become dangerous for your gums, your periodontal tissues, your teeth, and your dental implants! When the issue moves beyond this first stage and becomes full gum disease, it can destroy teeth, cause implant failure, and require lifelong management.
It May Imply You’re Encouraging Other Problems
Think about the reason you have gingivitis: If it’s poor dental hygiene, then your smile may be experiencing other problems, too, such as decay. Remember everything happening with your smile impacts your dental implants. Keep them safe by protecting your entire oral health.
It’s Something To Treat Immediately
Let’s review some of the symptoms of gingivitis. Whether you’re a dental implant wearer or not, if you notice these or other changes, speaking with us immediately or scheduling a visit with your general dentist is something you need to do! Remember, though you still require twice-annual checkups (because gum disease doesn’t always include symptoms as it begins), the following commonly show up:
- Bleeding gums
- Red or purple gums
- Unpleasant taste in mouth or bad breath
- Swollen gum tissue
Treat Gums Well To Protect Implants
Keep your dental implants safe by keeping your oral health in excellent condition. Schedule the time you need in Santa Rosa, CA by calling Santa Rosa Oral Surgery at 707-545-4625 to schedule your visit today.