Are you deciding whether or not to get dental implants? There are numerous reasons to get dental implants from protecting your mouth against gum disease to improving your appearance. While the benefits of getting dental implants are vast, getting dental implants requires surgery.
It’s important to know what to expect.
Continue reading for an overview of what to expect before, during, and after dental implant surgery.
Before Dental Implant Surgery
Learning as much as possible about the procedure and your specific circumstance will best prepare your for dental implant surgery.
How long does it take?
The length of time and the number of visits required vary depending on your circumstances. Whether you have just one missing tooth or multiple, the state of your dental health, and which of your teeth need to be replaced, all impact the amount of time the surgery will take.
Preparing for surgery
Your dentist will give you specific instructions to help you prepare for your appointment. This could include using a special mouthwash, taking antibiotics, and having someone drive you to your appointment.
During Dental Implant Surgery
You will either have local anesthesia or IV sedation depending on whether the procedure is done by a dentist or an oral surgeon. Then, the dental implant process is completed in two phases which could span six to nine months.
The first phase involves putting in the implant. The second phase will involve fitting and placing the crown.
After Dental Implant Surgery
After the surgery you can expect minor swelling and bruising. This can be alleviated with pain killers and ice. The pain should only last a day or so making the recovery time relatively quick.
There are possible complications that include bone loss around the implant, possible rejection of the implant, infection of the area surrounding the implant, and failure for the implant to adhere to the bone.
Maintaining good dental hygiene and regularly going for dental appointments and checkups will help you take good care of your implants.
There are endless benefits of getting dental implants. Protect your gums and jaw bone, increase your confidence, and prevent your teeth from shifting with dental implants.
Are you interested in learning more?
To learn more about dental implants, and how they can help you, contact us today or visit our website.