Aside from the obvious moments, such as when it’s time for your six-month dental checkup, there are other times that you may way to pay attention to signs your mouth is sending you. These are signals that are saying loud and clear, “Hey, you might want to go in for a dental checkup to protect your dental implants!” Not sure you’re familiar with such sudden alerts but you’ll be sure to be on the lookout for them if we could just get you headed in the right direction? No problem!
Bad Breath That Lingers
If you have bad breath that lingers, the kind that won’t go away no matter what you do, then it’s time to see us for a dental checkup. Your dental implants are generally safe if you’re thoughtful about the foods you eat (nothing too hard of course), if you care for your smile, and if all is well. However, if bacteria are accumulating for some reason, then this can place implants at risk. Come in, so we can help you with dry mouth, decay, gum concerns, or anything else related to your bad breath (and so your breath smells good again).
The Feeling That Something Is Stuck
If you have the sensation that there’s something stuck beneath your restoration or near your dental implant, it’s best not to wait. It’s also best not to try with every last tool imaginable to release the foreign body you’re sensing (or you may end up injuring yourself). It might be irritation or you may need assistance dislodging something! Better to leave this detail to us.
Remember To See Us For A Visit If You Need Us
Don’t try to impress yourself by waiting around to see if a problem might resolve on its own. Instead, if something seems off, see our team ASAP just in case! James Stewart, DDS, and our team serve patients from Livonia, MI, as well as Farmington Hills, Farmington, Plymouth, Northville, Novi, Dearborn Heights, Dearborn, Garden City, Westland, Redford, and the surrounding communities. To schedule a consultation, call our office today at (734) 425-4400.