DENTAL IMPLANTS
A dental implant is a metal screw in the jaw that replaces the root portion of a missing tooth. A crown, bridge or denture can be used on top of the implant(s). The benefits of implants include: replacement of the missing tooth/teeth, prevents bone loss, keeps adjacent teeth stable and in position, prevent facial sagging and premature aging.
Don't let missing teeth limit your quality of life!
Implant dentistry could provide you with teeth that
nearly closely
resemble your
very own.
Post-Operative Instructions
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Do not rinse or spit for 24 hours after surgery.
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Keep your fingers and tongue away from the socket or surgical area.
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Use ice packs on the surgical area (side of face) for the first 48 hours; apply ice 20 minutes on and 10 minutes off.
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Use pain medication as prescribed.
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Drink plenty of fluids. (Do not use a straw—this creates suction in the mouth that could cause complications.)
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Do not smoke for at least 5 days after surgery.
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If the muscles of the jaw become stiff, the use of warm moist heat to the outside of your face over the spots that are stiff will relax these muscles.
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After the first post-operative day, use a warm salt water rinse following meals for the first week to flush out particles of food and debris that may lodge in the surgical area. (Mix ½ teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water. Mouthwash can be added for better taste.)
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Your diet should consist mainly of soft, easily swallowed foods and cool drinks. Avoid anything that might get stuck in your teeth, so no seeds, nuts, rice, popcorn, or similar foods.
