For patients considering dental implants, recovery from the surgical procedure as well as the surgery itself may sound daunting. The good news is that dental implant surgery is like any other procedure, requiring time and patience to ensure a successful recovery and lasting treatment.
While recovery time varies depending on the patient, the intensity of their procedure and the particular case, certain aspects of the recovery process are the same for all patients.
So what does life look like immediately after dental implant surgery? What should you expect? Keep reading to find out.
Recovery
Although recovery time depends on particular circumstances, it’s very important to be aware of the state of your mouth in order to be prepared for the recovery process. Other things to take into consideration include:
- Recovery management
- Extent of surgery
- Number of implants inserted
- Number of teeth affected
Despite the fact that recovery depends on each particular case, patients are usually advised to stick to a soft diet for as long as six to ten days after surgery. This precautionary step helps avoid bad outcomes such as a damaged or failed implant. Taking care of your new teeth soon after the procedure is vital for success. Generally, patients are able to return to a normal diet seven to ten days after dental implant surgery.
Patients with less invasive procedures usually only have minor swelling and discomfort in comparison to those that have more extensive treatment. Patients who require supplementary treatments such as bone grafting or have more implants inserted often need more time to recover completely.
Other precautionary steps and instructions will be provided by Dr. Conness after surgery to ensure that your implants are taken care of properly.
Side Effects Of Surgery
Although dental implants have a high success rate, patients may still experience some side effects. The discomfort and side effects experienced after surgery often times has a lot to do with the patient and their willingness to comply with instructions. If a patient complies with the doctor’s orders, they’ll most likely experience a speedy recovery.
In order to avoid a lengthy and painful recovery period, abstain from poor diet choices, poor dental care, and smoking.
Naturally, if a patient needs treatment such as bone or soft tissue grafting, they’ll most likely experience more side effects than those who didn’t. Symptoms include occasional bruising, swelling, and discomfort. In contrast, patients with minimally invasive procedures will probably not have to deal with the same amount of swelling in the affected area.
Contact Our Ottawa Office Today!
If you’re in need of dental implants call Dr. John Conness in Ottawa, IL. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Conness is dedicated to helping patients regain their confidence. Our caring team and doctor will do everything in our power to ensure that you get the best treatment possible. Contact us today to schedule a consultation. We look forward to hearing from you!