- Honestly, I only started taking the every-six-months thing seriously after my hygienist showed me pics of someone who ignored their implant for years. Not pretty.
- I get the “subscription” vibe too, but it’s way less hassle than dealing with a big problem later.
- Out of curiosity, has anyone’s dentist actually suggested going yearly instead? Or is six months just the standard no matter what? Seems like overkill if everything looks good...
I was wondering about this too, since my dentist just automatically books me for every six months without much explanation. I totally get the "subscription" feeling—
—but part of me thinks maybe it’s a bit much if you’re not having any issues. I only got my implant last year, so maybe they’re just being extra cautious? Still, after seeing some scary before-and-after pics during my checkup, I’m not sure I want to risk going yearly...I get the “subscription” vibe too, but it’s way less hassle than dealing with a big problem later.
I totally relate to that “subscription” vibe—my dentist just sets up the next appointment before I even leave. Honestly though, after getting my first implant, I was so paranoid about messing it up that I actually appreciated the frequent check-ins. Did your dentist mention if they’re monitoring anything specific with your implant, or is it just the standard cleaning and x-rays? Sometimes I wonder if it’s more about catching things early or just keeping up with routine care...
I get what you mean about the “subscription” feeling—it’s like you’re on their calendar for life now. My dentist said they want to keep an eye on the bone around my implant, but honestly, sometimes I wonder if it’s more about the cleaning fees than anything urgent. I do feel safer catching problems early, but those visits add up fast... especially when insurance only covers the basics. Still, after all that money and stress getting the implant, I guess I’d rather be safe than sorry.
I totally get that “subscription” vibe—sometimes it feels like you’re just ticking off boxes for the dentist’s schedule. But after my implant, I actually skipped a checkup once because I thought, “What could really go wrong?” Turns out, I got some gum inflammation around the area and had to go in anyway. The hygienist showed me how plaque builds up differently around implants, which honestly surprised me.
Do you notice any sensitivity or weird smells around your implant? That’s what they told me to watch for, since bone loss can sneak up without obvious symptoms. I agree, the costs are rough, especially when insurance barely covers maintenance. But after having to redo a crown because I waited too long, I’m kind of paranoid now.
How often are they telling you to come in—every three months, or just twice a year? Mine started with every three months for the first year, then eased up. It does feel like a lot at first, but I guess I’d rather pay for peace of mind than gamble with all that work (and money) I put in.
