When you notice a change with any aspect of your smile, one of your first thoughts might be that coming in to see our Santa Rosa, CA would be a good idea. However, it’s quite possible that if you are like many of our patients, this immediate certainty is followed by a vague sense that you should instead, perhaps, take more time to consider the abnormality. You wonder: Is this shift worthy of a visit or, are you overreacting? Fortunately, there are some simple means through which you may gauge what’s going on as you decide whether to call us. Hint: The answer is nearly always to come on in for a visit with our oral surgery team!
Dental Implant Concerns
The hope, of course, is that you receive dental implants and restorations and that you never have to think about them again! This is the same hope you have for your natural tissues, too. With that said, there’s always the slight chance, even with optimal care, that you may occasionally deal with a change or two. Maybe you notice the gum tissue surrounding your implant seems a bit inflamed or red. Maybe it feels like your implant area hurts. Whatever the case, we remind you not to panic. Instead, get in touch with our oral surgery team ASAP so if you do, in fact, require any type of care, we can provide it swiftly before a bit of a concern turns into a problem.
Any Lump, Bump, Sore, Etc.
Any lump, sore, bump, scale, patch, change, etc., is something that you are encouraged to bring to our oral surgery team! Remember, most of the time, it’s nothing that requires treatment. However, if it is, early treatment is best, so come on in!
Changes With Pain Or No Pain
We know that you may feel strange calling us if you only have a bit of discomfort or if you notice a change that does not include any pain whatsoever. We commonly hear that patients assume a problem is only a problem, when associated with some level of severe discomfort. However, our oral surgery team would like for you to remember that any change is considered abnormal and is worthy of a visit with us. Remember, abnormal doesn’t mean good or bad. It just means different, which is reason enough to see us, so we may check in on what’s going on, as we then let you know whether you require any type of treatment (or if the issue will likely resolve on its own). Call us whenever you need us!
See Us When You Need Smile Help!
Contact our oral surgery team the moment you think you may require our care or clarification for anything to do with your oral health needs, whether the tissue around your implant has changed, you notice a sore, or otherwise! Schedule the time you need in Santa Rosa, CA by calling Santa Rosa Oral Surgery at 707-545-4625 to schedule your visit today.
