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There is no doubt that dental implants are the best way to replace missing teeth. However, the treatment process requires that you undergo minor surgery. What can you expect during and after your procedure? Will it hurt? This blog post explains what you may experience. Hopefully, you will be pleasantly surprised by what you learn!
What Does the Surgery Feel Like?
Before your dental team gets started on placing your implants, they will administer local anesthesia to numb your mouth. Therefore, you should not experience any pain. If you notice any sensations, it is more likely to be pressure than anything else. Depending on how many implants you need, the procedure may take a few hours.
You can expect your dental team to be very careful when they are placing the implants. They may even use a custom surgical guide to help them insert the implants exactly where they need to go. This minimizes the risk of damage to nearby tissues.
What Is the Recovery Like?
After the local anesthesia wears off, you can expect to experience some soreness, swelling, and intermittent bleeding. These symptoms may go on for multiple days, but they are usually easy to manage with medications, rest, and other practical measures. Your dental team will provide detailed instructions to help you stay as comfortable as possible while you are healing.
Most people are feeling well enough to go back to work within a day or two. The soft tissue at your surgical sites should heal within a couple of weeks, at which point your mouth should feel normal. The bone will take longer to heal (a few months), but you should not experience any pain or discomfort throughout that time.
Are Dental Implants Worth It?
Most patients would agree that dental implants are worth it! Here are some reasons why that is the case:
- The surgical process and recovery are much easier than most people anticipate.
- Dental implants can support your oral health and prevent future dental pain. They can also reduce the risk that you will require extensive oral procedures in the future.
- Implants can make it easy for you to eat almost any food without difficulty.
- Overall, implants are more comfortable than traditional dentures.
The dental implant process can cause some temporary discomfort, but the results are worth it in the end!
Meet the Practice
At Ocean Oaks Dental, our team wants every patient to have a positive treatment experience, which is why you can expect us to make every effort to keep you comfortable during dental implant surgery. To accomplish this, we use a combination of advanced technology, extensive education, and a compassionate outlook. To learn more about how we may be able to serve you, contact our Vero Beach office at 772-569-4424.