{"id":104,"date":"2019-12-15T23:47:18","date_gmt":"2019-12-15T23:47:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.combsdental.com\/blog\/?p=104"},"modified":"2025-02-04T20:31:57","modified_gmt":"2025-02-04T20:31:57","slug":"important-tips-for-recovering-from-dental-implant-placement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.combsdental.com\/blog\/important-tips-for-recovering-from-dental-implant-placement\/","title":{"rendered":"Important Tips for Recovering from Dental Implant Placement"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>While the best way to replace a missing tooth is to receive\na dental implant in Pea Ridge, for the procedure to be successful requires that\nsome guidelines be followed. To ensure a lasting and effective treatment\nprocess and to avoid a dental emergency, a local dentist provides some key\npointers for how to manage a recently placed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combsdental.com\/dental-implant-restorations.html\">dental\nimplant<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the Dental Implant Procedure Involves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For a titanium dental implant to be inserted, an incision\nhas to be made into the gums and a hole drilled into the underlying jawbone.\nBecause these steps have to be taken, it takes time to heal post-surgery before\nthe abutment (titanium anchor that allows a porcelain restoration to be added)\ncan be placed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This time frame, which can typically range from six to nine\nmonths, is also necessary for the existing bone to fuse with the implant\nthrough a process called osseointegration. To encourage a healthy transition,\nit\u2019s vital to take a careful and measured approach, and to follow any post-procedure\ninstructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Successfully Recovering from Dental Implant Placement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once a dental implant is inserted, here are some key pointers\nto take heed to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Avoid blowing your nose, and if you have to<br>sneeze, do so with your mouth open.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tobacco usage of any kind should be avoided, as<br>it can cause a condition called dry socket, which can lead to the implant failing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lifting your lip to expect the treatment site<br>could cause tearing or irritation. So it\u2019s best to allow the area to heal<br>without being disturbed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drinking through a straw should be avoided, as<br>it can contribute to the implant dislodging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Immediately after surgery, you should only eat<br>soft foods like mashed potatoes, apple sauce or yogurt to limit the chances of<br>damaging the treatment site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid hot foods, as they can contribute to an<br>irritation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To reduce any swelling, apply a cold compress to<br>the side of your face.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can prepare a solution of half a teaspoon of<br>salt, half a teaspoon of baking soda and eight ounces of water, to be held in<br>the mouth for two to three minutes every hour to aid in soothing any<br>discomfort. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">It\u2019s All Worth It in the Long-Run<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>By exercising some caution and following the above\nguidelines, you can soon have a fully-functional smile that can last up to 30\nyears. Better yet, by receiving a dental implant in Bella Vista and\nsuccessfully healing, you won\u2019t have to worry about such challenges as the\nother teeth shifting and bone loss. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To find out if you\u2019re eligible for the dental implant\nprocedure and to learn more recovery tips, simply reach out to a local implant\ndentist. By being proactive, you can soon regain the life you once had.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Chris R. Combs is a graduate of Texas A&amp;M Baylor\nCollege of Dentistry. As a lifelong learner, he has received additional\ntraining from the highly-esteemed Pankey Institute. Dr. Combs uses his advanced\nknowledge to place dental implants at Combs &amp; Associates Family Dentistry,\nand he can be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combsdental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While the best way to replace a missing tooth is to receive a dental implant in Pea Ridge, for the procedure to be successful requires that some guidelines be followed. 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