You feel like an A+ student when it comes to protecting your dental implants. You brush your smile and floss, just like we’ve instructed and shown you. There’s never a dental checkup or cleaning that goes by without you showing up right on the dot. You even schedule visits if you think something isn’t quite right. So, what could you possible be doing to place your implants in harm’s way, you might wonder to yourself? Just to be on the safe side, we have collected some examples to keep you on your toes!
#1: Oral Piercings
First, don’t overlook the fact that an oral piercing can become problematic for you if you are thinking about dental implants or if you already have them. There are multiple concerns here! First, keeping the piercing site clean is essential to prevent infection in your mouth. Next, of course, the piercing can damage nearby teeth and restorations. You don’t want this! So, make your choice wisely.
#2: Medications
Consider the fact that what you want when you have dental implants (and even when you don’t) is a moist, healthy mouth. Now, remember that a very common side effect of many medicines is dry mouth. This can increase the chance of gum problems as well as decay. Keep bacteria to a minimum and your mouth healthy by being mindful of drugs you take and always read side effect information.
#3: Daily Habits
Don’t forget that dental implants and restorations respond poorly to too much pressure. If you bite your nails, if you like to force your teeth through cement-like foods and snacks (or ice), or if you’re dealing with problems like bruxism, this can become detrimental to your implants.
Let Us Help You Maintain Excellent Implant Care
Take our advice to heart when you are looking for strategies to take exceptional care of your dental implants. Schedule the time you need in Santa Rosa, CA by calling Santa Rosa Oral Surgery at 707-545-4625 to schedule your visit today.