Things to Expect After a Dental Implant

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• THINGS TO EXPECT AFTER

A DENTAL IMPLANT
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• Like all surgical procedures, dental implant
  surgery requires time to heal and some
  post-operative care.

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PAIN AND SWELLING
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• When the anesthesia wears off, you may experience
  some

• Pain

• Swelling

• Bleeding

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• The pain and discomfort is usually managed with
  oral medications.

Take the painkillers within the stated dosage
recommendations to facilitate healing and prevent
complications.
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• The soreness should subside in 3 to 5 days.

Swelling of the gums and face are also typical
discomforts associated with implant surgery.
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• You can reduce or prevent swelling by applying an
  ice pack over the affected area during the first
  48 hours.

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• Prolonged swelling may be an indication of
  infection.

Ensure that you take any prescribed antibiotics.
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• Some minor bleeding around the implant site is
  expected for the first 24 to 48 hours.

When experiencing any bleeding, bite down on the
gauze to place pressure on the site.
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• If the pain, swelling and bleeding get worse or
  you experience a fever, contact your dentists
  office.

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ORAL HYGIENE
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• Brush your teeth very gently until the pain
  subsides.

This will help keep the area clean until you can
return to your normal brushing habits.
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• Rinse your mouth with warm salt water 2 to 3
  times a day.

Hold the solution over the implant site for
approximately 1 minute.
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• You should also use the mouthwash provided by
  your dentist.

Hold the mouthwash over the implant site.
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• Brushing and rinsing after eating provides the
  most effective results.

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DIET
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• A soft, non-chewing diet may be recommended for
  several days after surgery.

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• You should eat pureed food and drink cool liquids.

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• Do NOT use a straw.

The sucking motion creates pressure that can
cause bleeding.
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• Hot foods and drinks as well as carbonated
  beverages, popcorn and nuts should also be
  avoided.

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• Do NOT skip meals. You need the nutrition to aid
  the healing process.

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• Meal recommendations include

• Cooked cereals

• Scrambled eggs

• Pasta

• Shakes

• Smoothies

• Ice cream

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• Over time, progress to more solid food as your
  discomfort subsides.

Chew on the opposite side of the implant.
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• If you experience any nausea after the procedure,
  sip on a glass of ginger ale or tea slowly for
  approximately 15 minutes.

When the nausea subsides, begin taking your oral
medications.
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LIFESTYLE CHANGES
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• Avoid smoking for several days to reduce the risk
  of infection and encourage the healing process.

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• Limit your activities the first few days after
  the surgery.

Attempting to do too much too soon may increase
the pain, swelling or bleeding. Give your body a
chance to recover.
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• Ease back into your exercise regimen after 3 or 4
  days.

Pay close attention to any discomfort around the
implant site.
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• Wear a mouth guard and head protection to reduce
  the possibility of an impact that could damage
  the implant.

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• Follow the guidelines above as well as any others
  recommended by your oral surgeon.

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• This will minimize the chance of the implant or a
  healing cap from coming loose.

It, also, will help ensure a successful outcome.
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  dentist office with staff and doctors that truly
  care about you and your health.

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  your dreams.
• Call us for an appointment at [phone].

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