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Recovering After Dental Implant Surgery
The recovery period after receiving implant surgery needs to be taken very seriously. The mouth needs to be treated gently until the bone, gums and teeth have adapted to the new implants. Trying to return to normal activities too quickly can cause a number of complications. Several tips will make recovery after receiving dental implants much easier.
Eat Only Soft Foods and Liquids
The first tip is to eat only soft foods and liquids for the first four to six days after the dental implants are placed. Eating hard or crunchy foods can traumatize the surgical area.
Keep an Ice Pack Handy
Swelling is a natural part of healing. This occurs because the body is sending blood to the area in order to heal the gums and bone. A very simple way to deal with this in the days after surgery is to keep ice packs handy. Placing an ice pack wrapped in a towel against the cheek can help to reduce swelling. It also provides some relief from any aches and pains. It usually helps to keep two or three ice packs ready in a freezer.
Rinse With Warm Salt Water
Brushing needs to be done every day as gently as possible. Another way to keep the mouth clean and healthy is to rinse with a solution of salt and warm water. The mouth should be rinsed out between four and five times each day. The saltwater rinse will help to reduce harmful bacteria that could cause problems during recovery.
Avoid Strenuous Physical Activities
In the week after your dental implant surgery, dental implant recipients should avoid strenuous physical activities. This includes exercise, lifting heavy items and moving around excessively. This can cause the gums to start bleeding. It could lead to infections or damage to the gums. If activity is causing pain or a pounding sensation in the gums, then it is time to stop.
No Cigarettes or Alcohol
It is important that you abstain from tobacco and alcohol during recovery. Smoking can cause problems like infections and bleeding. Both tobacco and alcohol can inhibit proper recovery. Cigarettes and alcohol should be avoided completely until the mouth has fully healed.
Follow All Instructions Exactly
After visiting a periodontist Pittsburgh residents will normally receive a list of instructions and some medications like painkillers and antibiotics. These instructions need to be followed exactly even if they seem pointless, burdensome or excessive. The instructions are there for a reason. Recovery will be safest, fastest and most comfortable when following all official instructions.
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