There is a four-part process that is required for successful dental implant placement. The second step is surgery. While you’ll have a skilled professional taking care of you throughout your procedure, it’s important that you know what to do before the big day. When meeting with your dentist to discuss the process from beginning to end, you can expect to receive detailed instructions regarding what you should do pre- and post-op. However, if you’d like to know a little bit more before your official consultation, keep reading.
Pre-Dental Implant Surgery: What Should You Do?
Before your dental implant surgery, you’ll need to make sure that you follow certain instructions. Your dentist will provide these guidelines early on so there are no surprises along the way.
To ensure a successful procedure, make sure that you:
- Ask Questions: During your consultation (or any additional appointments before your surgery), ask as many questions as you need to. It’s important that you clearly understand the process and what you can expect. Do not worry about the kinds of questions you ask, as your dentist wants to make everything as clear and transparent as possible.
- Choose a Driver: You will receive local anesthesia on the day of your procedure, so you’ll need someone to drive you to and from your appointment. If you require additional sedation, you may need a family member or friend to stay with you to help with anything around the house.
- Prepare Your Mouth: Rinse your mouth with antibacterial mouthwash. This will reduce the number of bad bacteria and minimize germs.
- Take Any Prescribed Antibiotics: If you need to take antibiotics, make sure to do so before your appointment.
- Eat Breakfast: Unless you are scheduled to receive dental sedation, make sure to eat a hearty breakfast. Otherwise, do not consume any food after midnight the night before your surgery.
What Should You Do Immediately After Your Surgery?
Once your surgery is complete, you’ll need to follow a different set of instructions to ensure you heal successfully at home. Apart from having someone drive you home after your appointment, you’ll need to make sure that you have a cold compress and pain medication readily available, as some slight soreness is expected.
Recovering from dental implant surgery is a process; however, most individuals can return to work after a few days. Just make sure to pay attention to your body and allow it to rest and recuperate following your implant placement. So don’t rush the process; instead, follow your dentist’s instructions. Doing so will ensure you remain on your way to a healthier smile and better quality of life.
About Grand Dental – Aurora
At Grand Dental – Aurora, our dentists understand that for patients receiving dental implants, it can be a lengthy process. However, we also do not believe in rushing the placement of these new teeth, which is why we want to make sure you follow clear instructions when preparing for your procedure as well as what you can do to heal swiftly once your implants are in place. If you want to know more about what you can expect in the days leading up to your surgery, visit our website or call (630) 538-8302.