Dental Implants - The Recovery | Oral and Facial Surgery of Naperville

road to recovery sign The recovery time following dental implant surgery tends to vary, but is usually based on the amount of teeth being implanted, whether or not a bone graft was needed and the individual and how well they manage their recovery. Luckily, the science and technology behind dental implants has improved drastically over the last few years, improving post-surgery pain and comfort for patients.

The patient requiring the least amount of recovery time would be one who had a standard, single dental implant placed with no bone grafting. With a simple procedure like this one, there is very little discomfort or pain after the surgery. Mild bruising and soreness can occur, but is typically manageable with over the counter pain relievers. In more severe implant cases, such as those where multiple teeth are implanted or severe bone grafting needed in order to accomplish the implant, the recovery time tends to be longer and the discomfort can be more intense.

In any cases, it is important to keep your mouth clean after surgery, which can be done by rinsing your mouth gently with salt water beginning the day after surgery. You may begin brushing your teeth the night after the surgery, but make sure to keep it light around the surgery area as to not disrupt the healing in that area. It is also important to remember that in the week following your surgery, there should be no smoking and no sucking through a straw, as this can seriously inhibit your healing process. It is important to stick to a diet primarily consisting of soft foods for the first 7-10 days following your surgery before beginning to return to your normal diet.

As you can see, the recovery process after receiving a dental implant is fairly predictable and comfortable. It is important to follow the instructions that we give you at Blecha & Jandali Oral Surgery, and to always remember that if you have any questions or concerns regarding a procedure or following your surgery, you can always give us a call at Oral and Facial Surgery of Naperville Phone Number 630-961-5151.

Providing Dental Implants and Oral Surgery in Naperville and Surrounding Cities

Oral and Facial Surgery of Naperville is a specialty practice led by board-certified oral and maxillofacial physicians. Over nearly 40 years, we have helped thousands of patients improve their aesthetics, function, and comfort. Our focus areas include dental restoration with dental implants and All-On-4, wisdom teeth removal, tooth extractions, and jaw surgery. Our priorities are patient safety and well-being. The practice promotes high-quality outcomes and a great experience by spending the time patients need in their treatment, taking a personal interest in their care, and utilizing modern surgical resources.