Whether you’re a very deliberate person or you’re quite impulsive, just about everyone jumps in and moves forward in certain situations without really taking much time to think. Sometimes, this works out perfectly fine. However, when you’re a dental implant wearer and your goal is to keep your smile in as pristine condition as possible, it might be to your benefit to instead stop, think, and then proceed in a variety of instances. Think about some examples shared by our Santa Rosa, CA practice and you’ll find that safeguarding your complete smile requires only a little extra forethought.
#1: When You’re About To Eat Something
When you’re bringing your fork, your spoon, a sandwich, or anything else to your mouth to take a bite, you may want to: Stop, think, and then proceed. In some cases, it might be obvious that what you’re about to consume is most certainly not going to cause a problem for your dental implants or restorations. For example, a spoonful of soup is A-OK. However, when you get in the habit of quickly assessing everything you eat, it’s much simpler to avoid any accidents in which you unintentionally sink your smile into something that could cause damage.
#2: When You’re Packing For A Trip
You might not want to pack for a trip on autopilot or at the last second. If you do, you may end up forgetting all about your dental implants and restorations and, as a result, leave something behind that you really need. As a matter of fact, even individuals without implants or any prosthetics frequently overlook their dental hygiene items when they pack. This is often the result of the simple fact that whether you pack ahead or you pack the day of your trip, you may head into the bathroom, brush and floss, and forget to then pack your toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, and more with you. Instead, we recommend writing up a quick list and then once you’re all ready: Stop, think about your list, check each item off, and then proceed!
#3: When You Think Food Is Stuck
We know that you may assume you should be able to remove stuck food, so you try with all your might (and then some more). Actually, if flossing and brushing don’t do the trick, you should stop, think, and then proceed. This will help you avoid accidentally injuring yourself and instead, give you time to realize you should call our practice, so you can come in and receive help when it feels like something is stuck near your dental implant.
Let Us Help With Your Implant Care
Come in for a visit with our team when you have any type of dental implant care question or need, so we may offer the answers or treatment you require to keep your smile intact and in exceptional 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.