Healing after dental implant placement is straightforward. In fact, many patients compare the healing or feeling to what you might experience after dental fillings.
In the days or months that follow implant placement, the following things take place:
- Gum Healing
- Tissue Healing
- Implant-to-Bone Integration
Initially, for a few days following implant placement, your dentist is likely to recommend:
- Rest and Relaxation
- Periodic Pain Relievers
- Soft Food Diet
- Mouth Rinsing
- Gauze for Minor Bleeding
No matter the aftercare instructions, be sure to follow them, and always call our dental office if you have questions or concerns.
Remember, implant posts take a few months to integrate into the jawbone, but this is a painless undertaking. After implants integrate, you’re ready for your tooth crowns or fixed prosthetic (implant-supported denture).
How Dental Implants in Topeka Work
Your consultation determines whether implants are suitable to address your tooth loss. We explore your jawbone integrity, overall health, sinus placement, and goals. If you choose implants, we schedule and plan your implant placement.
We numb the treatment site on implant surgery day and use image-guided technology to place your new tooth roots (implants). After healing and integration into the jawbone, we top your implants with a crown or prosthesis.
Dental Implant Upkeep Is Easy
Fortunately, dental implants don’t require added oral hygiene steps or special products. You treat them like natural teeth. In other words, continue to brush and floss at least twice daily and see your dentist for regular checkups and teeth cleanings.
With good habits and attention to oral health, dental implants can last decades or even a lifetime.
Are You Considering Dental Implants? Contact Your Dentist in Topeka, KS
To learn more or to book your tooth replacement consultation with the dentist, call our dental office at (785) 266-9100 to get started.
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