Dental Implants

Following your dental implant surgery, you may experience minor bleeding, swelling, and some discomfort for a few days. To ensure you stay healthy and infection-free, our dentist may prescribe antibiotics and an antiseptic mouthwash. You may be able to return to work after two to three days, but you should avoid strenuous physical activity until you're cleared by Dr. Stragier.

Maintaining good oral hygiene after surgery is important, but you will need to be careful. Slowly brush the area around the placement site, making sure to avoid irritating the incisions. You will want to keep your mouth clean and free of any leftover food particles. Rinse your mouth out completely after each time you eat. Be mindful not to forcefully spit water out, just let it fall.

You will be on a soft-food diet for a few days after surgery. It's better to take a few extra days to ensure you are well on the road to recovery before easing back into regular food. Once your gums have fully healed, you will be able to enjoy all of your favorite foods.  

Your personalized care instructions will be different depending on whether you are replacing a single tooth or a number of teeth, but general implant surgery aftercare instructions include:

For Swelling

You can help reduce bruising, discomfort, and swelling by applying ice packs to your cheeks during the first few days of your recovery. Keeping your head elevated, especially when you sleep, can also ease swelling.

For Pain

Dr. Daniel Stragier will likely prescribe pain medication to help minimize discomfort during the first few days following your surgery. Our dentist may recommend taking over-the-counter medication in combination with your prescription.

For Bleeding

You will be provided with gauze to staunch any bleeding from your gums. While minor bleeding following surgery is perfectly normal and can be expected, if you notice excessive bleeding, contact our dental office immediately.