Of course, you should never ignore bad breath! However, when you’re someone who has successfully gone through the process of receiving dental implants and you are now enjoying life with a full, lovely smile, what you definitely don’t want is to do anything to put that work in harm’s way! Our Santa Rosa, CA team knows, though, that there are often little warning signs that it’s time for a visit that are easy to overlook but that can mean bad news for your implant success. One of them, as noted, is unpleasant breath! Learn more, so you are always doing your best to protect your smile.
About True Breath Issues
Of course, even someone with excellent oral health who eats a meal full of garlic or some other potent ingredient can end up with a serious case of bad breath. However, it will only be a passing case that quickly goes away after a dental hygiene session or two. However, what we’re talking about today in terms of your smile and dental implant protection is serious bad breath. The stuff that’s referred to as halitosis. Your mouth smells bad and you cannot make it stop, even after brushing and flossing. This is your chronic concern that acts as a red flag, telling you something might be wrong.
Why It’s Dangerous For Implant Wearers
Okay, so it’s not really very approachable to have bad breath but what does this have to do with your dental implant protection, you wonder? It’s simple. When your breath smells bad and the issue does not resolve with your own efforts in dental hygiene at home, it means you probably have an overgrowth of bacteria in your mouth. You may have dry mouth or you may have an existing oral disease that needs attention, whether that includes peri-implantitis (inflammation of the gum tissue around your implant) or tooth decay. A healthy smile is one that protects your implants. An unhealthy smile is one that puts implants at risk!
Scheduling A Visit
When you’re unsure about what’s going on, remember that you are always welcome to schedule a visit with our team to discuss your dental implants and to seek our advice. Feel free to give us a call, so we may guide you.
Seeing Your General Dentist
For general concerns, you may need to contact your general dentist for the treatment you require. A dental checkup will provide you with answers about the cause your bad breath and the appropriate solution, whether you require help with dry mouth, a dental filling, etc., which will in turn protect your implants.
Protect Implants From Potential Hazards
Set up a visit with us when you have even the slightest suspicion that something isn’t going right with your oral health and implants. Remember that we are always a phone call away, ready to schedule a visit! Schedule the time you need in Santa Rosa, CA by calling Santa Rosa Oral Surgery at 707-545-4625 to schedule your visit today.