There’s no denying that dental implants have transformed the way dentists treat tooth loss. But when it comes to any kind of treatment here in Midhurst, we believe in being honest about exactly what’s involved and who the best candidate for treatment may be. Read on to find out about 5 common problems to avoid with dental implants.

First problem with Dental implants – Skipping over your options

Dental implants aren’t the only way to replace lost teeth – and it might be that you have a loose (rather than lost) tooth which is possible to repair or save. It’s so important to get an understanding of what’s available for your unique smile – be it dentures, apparatus like bridges, or even a different kind of restoration for a damaged tooth, like a crown. Our dentists in Midhurst will always share appropriate treatments with you, but ultimately the decision is yours.

2. Ignoring dental concerns

Because dental implants involve minimally-invasive surgery, you can expect some discomfort after the procedure. You may even experience some slight swelling or even possible bleeding. But if things don’t improve in the days following treatment, or even get worse then get in touch with our Midhurst dentists right away. You could have an infection, or the tooth implant could be rejecting.

Third problem with Dental implants – Neglecting your oral health

While you’re recovering from your treatment, you’ll still need to take care of your new tooth implant – as well as the rest of your smile. That means navigating careful brushing and flossing, as well as the use of mouthwash (without alcohol). You can also swill salt water to help clean around your new tooth implant. While on the subject of caring for your smile, don’t be tempted to slip into old, damaging habits – like chewing nails or pen lids – which could affect your new tooth implant, not to mention the rest of your smile.

4. Not being honest about your medical history

If you’re a relatively new patient, we may not know your full medical or family history – which could affect the advice we give you, and even whether tooth implants are suitable. For example, if you’re immunocompromised, have gum disease or cancer, or are a smoker, we may not recommend the treatment.

5. Not allowing for proper recovery

As we’ve mentioned, tooth implants are a type of oral surgery. That means that you may need some recovery time before you feel up to your usual activities. While we don’t expect this to mean weeks of work, it might mean a day or two of rest and skipping intense exercise for a few days – which could make any swelling you have worse.

Talk to us about dental implants today

To find out more about tooth implants and how we can help, reach out to our Midhurst team today.