The loss of teeth is a problem that affects many people and has negative effects on their health and social life, especially if it is related to the external appearance, which leads to loss of self-confidence in many people, and to address this, many innovations and medical solutions have emerged for many years. The most recent and reliable technique was the advent of dental implant science, which means replacing the lost teeth with artificial roots of pure titanium metal. But, in order to preserve, protect, and ensure a long lifetime dental implant restoration, you should know well how to take care of it. Some Care tips for dental implants after surgery.
The loss of teeth is a problem that affects many people and has negative effects on their health and social life, especially if it is related to the external appearance, which leads to loss of self-confidence in many people, and to address this, many innovations and medical solutions have emerged for many years. The most recent and reliable technique was the advent of dental implant science, which means replacing the lost teeth with artificial roots of pure titanium metal. But, in order to preserve, protect, and ensure a long lifetime dental implant restoration, you should know well how to take care of it.
Instructions after dental implants implant surgery
After undergoing dental implants surgery in our clinic Nepean Dental Implants & Cosmetic Dentistry, the patient must take care of the area where the artificial teeth are implanted, and follow the tips and instructions after the operation carefully, especially during the first 48 hours until the tissues and bone heal initially and to avoid any problems or complications that may occur.
We hope you take the following steps as Care tips:
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What to expect after a dental implant procedure?
There is slight oozing of blood in the saliva within the first 24 hours after the dental implant surgery, which is normal. Bleeding can be controlled, and blood flow is reduced by placing a gauze on the area of the operation and biting it gently for 30 minutes, repeat these steps until the bleeding decreases.
Swelling after dental implants is expected and still considered normal, swelling can be reduced by using ice packs and placing them on the cheek within the first 48 hours in the dental implant area.
Minimal or no pain will be felt within the first 24 hours. Any medicine should be taken according to the doctor’s instructions, and do not take medicines that the doctor has not prescribed.
Drink lots of fluids and avoid hot foods and drinks. Fluid and soft foods should be taken after dental implants and can be returned to the normal diet after 3-4 days.
Smoking after dental implants increases the risk of infection, which may lead to the failure of dental implants. Avoid smoking for at least two weeks after implantation.
To ensure and maintain a long lifetime of your dental implants, oral hygiene should be maintained. Clean teeth, as usual, use the mouthwash prescribed by the doctor twice a day, as well as a rinse with warm water and salt 4 to 5 times a day (preferably after each meal) in the first 48 hours of implantation.For dental implants to succeed, oral hygiene should be maintained and followed up by your dentist.
Dental implants are prone to infections such as natural teeth, so they must be maintained from infections by brushing and cleaning like natural teeth completely. Care for tooth brushing on a daily basis by means of Soft bristles toothbrushes. If a temporary bridge is above the implants, then a water injection device called Waterpixcan be used. Gingivitis is the first problem of dental implants, which cause bone loss and then lead to the failure of dental implants. Your implants will function for many years if you kept your mouth and teeth healthy. TAKE CARE OF YOUR IMPLANTS.
The smile is the start of communication with others, which beautifies the whole face and breaks the ice between two. The beautiful smile, however, is made up of essential elements: lips, gums, teeth, and palate. Cosmetic dentistry is not only about beautiful form, but it starts with the health of the teeth, gums, and mouth in general. Teeth whitening is a broad concept that includes teeth cleaning, whitening, straightening, and even veneering them if needed. For this reason, it is necessary to visit Nepean Dental Implants & Cosmetic clinic periodically to prevent the aggravation of small dental problems.