Yes, even if you have full-mouth prosthetics, it’s crucial to continue seeing the dentist. Ideally, it would be best if you visited us every six months for checkups.
Your dental checkups include gum health assessments, which are crucial to your ongoing oral health and systemic wellness. Unfortunately, restorations and prosthetics like dentures cannot prevent gum disease and its potential consequences.
About Gum Disease
Gum disease is an inflammatory condition of the jawbone and oral tissues. Untreated gum disease can lead to severe heart and lung health complications. Recent studies also link it to Alzheimer’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and even cancer. Leaving gum disease undiagnosed and untreated can also lead to severe bone loss and pain, making it difficult or impossible to continue wearing dentures.
Gum disease symptoms may be subtle if you wear dentures, but you may notice some or all of the following symptoms:
- Bad breath
- Gum pain
- Bone loss
- Bleeding gums
Remember, your gum health matters even if you wear dentures!
Contact Your Dentist in Lodi, CA
To learn more about our treatments and services or schedule a preventive checkup with the dentist, contact a helpful dental team member today. And we urge you to ask about our exclusive in-office plans and how they can make your dental treatment more affordable.