After care while your implant is healing

You should:

• Try to only eat soft foods for at least a week following the treatment

• Keep your mouth as clean as possible

• Rinse your mouth with recommended mouthwash at least three or four times a day, 24 hours after treatment

• Take the antibiotic and medication you’ve been prescribed

• Take over-the-counter pain relief, such as paracetamol or ibuprofen, if you need to ease any pain

 

You shouldn't:

• Eat hot or spicy food and drinks for the first 24 hours

• Use straws or suck on anything, such as an e-cigarette.

• Do anything too strenuous for a few days after the surgery

• Touch your implant with your fingers or your tongue

• Drink alcohol or smoke, as these can slow down the healing process or cause implant failure.

• Wear the temporary or temporary dentures that cover the affected area (if given by DR)

 

During the healing period, within 72 hours

Some swelling or bruising may occur in the area around the implant in the first 72 hours. This is perfectly normal and can be minimized by applying a small ice pack to the area for 10 minutes every hour.

Remember to use the mouthwash Dr Ortega has recommended three to four times a day, which will help with the healing process. If given antibiotics, you must remember to take them.

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After three days, any swelling should have gone down and the area around the implant should be well on the way to healing. If you’ve had any stitches, they dissolve within a period of 3 to 4 weeks.

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Four to six months

You’ll then need to wait for your implant to bond with your jawbone before you have your permanent tooth or teeth fitted, Dr Ortega will let you know when it’s best to come and rehabilitate . This could take between four and six months, but will vary from patient to patient.

If you have any questions or concerns please don’t hesitate on giving us a call, we will be happy to assist you.