A full-mouth reconstruction can address a variety of oral health issues in one all-encompassing, multifaceted treatment. Whether you have missing, damaged or stained teeth, periodontal issues, or have untreated decay or cavities, this life-changing smile makeover goes way beyond just appearances. But how do you ensure that your results last for as long as possible? Here’s how you can enjoy your full-mouth reconstruction for a lifetime!
Follow Your Aftercare Instructions
Immediately following any full-mouth reconstruction procedures, it is important that you follow the aftercare instructions provided by your dentist to a tee. These have been perfected over time and will help ensure that you heal properly and manage any side effects comfortably. Neglecting to adhere to them could cause complications with your treatment and could leave you feeling unnecessarily uncomfortable or vulnerable to infection. If you have any questions or concerns about anything mentioned within your instructions, or if you notice anything out of the ordinary such as a spike in body temperature or the accidental loss of the clot on an incision site, contact your dentist as soon as possible.
Take Good Care of Your Smile
Maybe you weren’t the most diligent brusher or flosser in the past, but now that you’ve got a beautifully restored smile, it’s time to put those bad habits behind you. To ensure that your gorgeous new grin lasts a lifetime, be sure to take excellent care of it. This means you should be brushing twice a day and flossing once a day. Furthermore, it is important to never use your teeth for anything other than food. This means no using them for tearing open packaging, biting your fingernails, or chewing on pen caps. If your aftercare instructions say to avoid certain types of foods, be sure to eliminate those from your diet, too, as certain items like ice cubes and hard candies can be dangerous to your smile.
Visit Your Dentist Regularly
Finally, even if you have a full mouth of dental implants, it’s imperative that you visit your dentist regularly. Dental exam and cleaning appointments are your bi-annual opportunity to be screened for dangerous conditions like oral cancer and gum disease. They also allow your dentist to make sure that your smile is still in good condition, and any restorations or prosthetics are securely attached. If you need further treatment, your dentist can make recommendations, or if they notice any red flags such as gum inflammation or a potential cavity forming, they can help you stop them before they get worse.
Remember, your full-mouth reconstruction was designed to correct a variety of oral health problems and restore your beautiful smile. But without taking care of your teeth and gums moving forward, you’re putting them at risk for the same issues in the future. Thus, to ensure that your results last and you get the most from your treatment, be sure to follow the care steps above and you’ll have a smile that stands the test of time!
About Our Practice
At Brooklyn City Dental, we’ve assembled a team of skilled and experienced dentists to assist you with multiple aspects of your smile. Whether you’re here for a traditional cleaning and check-up, a dental emergency, or you’d like to finally get the smile you’ve been dreaming of with the help of a full-mouth reconstruction, we’ve got the right women and men for the job. To schedule a consultation to learn more about how we can help improve the appearance and function of your smile, please visit our website or call us today at 718-725-7732.