Placing dental implants can be defined as a mild microsurgical manipulation. It is not as invasive a procedure as some others dental operations, such as the extraction of a tooth. However, some precautions should be taken while the new implants heal. In the following lines, we will discuss the recovery process after placing dental implants.
First day after surgery
Immediately after the operation, you will not feel any pain or discomfort as the anesthetic will still be working. Bleeding usually stops within 1-2 hours, but intermittent bleeding may occur within the first 24 hours after surgery.
After the anesthetic wears off, it is normal to feel some pain and discomfort. The surgeon performed placement of the implant may prescribe pain medication for you to take as directed. If you are not prescribed pain relievers, you can use over-the-counter medications such as ibuprofen. Applying ice to the cheek near the implant site also relieves pain.
After you get home you should rest, be calm and relaxed. It is recommended that you take a day off to recover, but for some people the process goes so smoothly that they are back at work the next day. Follow the dentist's instructions and eat only soft foods at first. Brush your teeth normally, but do not brush the area where the implant was placed. Instead, you can use a mouthwash as recommended by your doctor. In practice, recovery after placing dental implants starts from the very first day.
Recovery after placement of dental implants - from 1 to 3 days after the operation
In this period, symptoms such as pain, discomfort and swelling are most noticeable. Within a day after surgery, the bleeding should stop completely. You should still eat bland foods, avoid heavy lifting and exercise. When brushing your teeth, you should not brush around the area where the implant is placed. Following these steps will reduce bleeding and help the healing process.
Recovery after placement of dental implants - from 3 to 7 days after the operation
After the 3rd day, you can start eating slightly more solid foods, such as soft pasta and rice. During the first week after placing the implants, you should avoid hard and crunchy foods. You can start doing light exercise without overexerting yourself. Heavy work or exercise may cause pain at the site where the implant is placed. When brushing your teeth, do not brush the implant site directly for at least one week.
Recovery after placement of dental implants - 1-2 weeks after surgery
During this period, you should visit the clinic for an examination and removal of stitches in case non-dissolving sutures were used. The treating dentist will check how the treatment and recovery process is going and answer all your questions. After the second week, the healing process will be almost complete and you can start brushing the implant site. During this period, you can diversify your menu and eat almost any food. Still, chew hard, tough, and crunchy foods on the opposite side of your mouth.
Within two weeks after surgery, the recovery process after placing dental implants is almost complete. The place where the implant was placed may still be slightly sensitive to the touch, but this should not worry you. The implant will continue to heal and bond with the jawbone over the next 3 to 6 months, but the initial healing process will be complete.
Conclusion
Dental implants are the best way to restore missing teeth. If you are interested in the benefits of implants and wonder if you are suitable for such treatment, do not hesitate to contact Specialized Bushkalova Dental Clinic (Megadent § MDC Aesthetics) by filling out our contact form on the website or directly calling one of the two phones: 0882 61 82 27; 0886 12 89 89.
During your consultation with a dentist from our team, you can find out if implants are the right choice for you and explore other options for restoration of a missing or broken tooth.
3 Comments
Joy
April 24, 2024One day after having implants placed in my entire upper jaw, they also put temporary teeth in.
I have mild pain and swelling afterwards.
Is it normal?
Borislav
March 19, 2025How long after a sinus lift is it necessary to avoid flying?
megadent
March 21, 2025Hello, after a sinus lift, it is recommended not to fly for about 1 month.