Diet dental implant post care

• after surgery, eat nourishing semi-liquids food that can be eaten comfortably.
• avoid extremely hot foods and liquid.
• soft foods during the first 6 days is recommended in to avoiding food particles from contaminating the implant surgery site
• After each meal, rinsed thoroughly with warm saline solution, half a teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water, or mouthwash containing chlorhexidine

 

Managing bleeding dental implants post care

• a gauze pack is normally given to you that is applied on the surgical site(s) to limit bleeding while clotting takes place.
• The gauze packs should be left in place for about 30 minutes after the implant surgery.
• Bite down softly on the gauze, making sure they remain in place.
• Continue to change the gauze packs every 30 minutes if there is continual bleeding.
• To replace gauze, fold a clean piece into a pad thick enough to bite on.
• Bleeding should never be severe. If the bleeding does not stop, please do contact us at BIDC.

 

Managing swelling implant post care

• place covered ice packs or a cold compress applied for a period of half hour to the face over the surgery site to reduce any chance of swelling
• apply 30 minutes on and 30 minutes off
• When lying down, elevate the head with an extra pillow during the first 2 nights after surgery to reduce swelling

 

Managing pain implants post care

• The length of time whereby the numbness wears off will depending on the type and amount of anaesthetic received.
• While mouth is numb, do be careful not to bite on your cheek, lip or tongue.
• The numbness will subside within a few hours.
• Tablets for pain relief should be taken as necessary and according to any given instructions by your dentist.
• If pain persists, please contact us at BIDC.

 

Managing infection dental implant post-care

• The mouth should be thoroughly rinsed with warm saline solution or mouthwash containing chlorhexidine after each meal to reduce the chance of infection.
• Placethe solution in your mouth and gently rotate your head from side to side.
• do not swish aggressively
• complete the course of antibiotics as prescribed according to the given instructions

 

Healing dental implants post-care

• After an implant placement, a blood clot forms in the surgical area that is a normal part of the healing process.
• avoid activities that might disturb the surgical area.
• Do not rinse your mouth vigorously or probe the area with any objects or your fingers.
• Do not smoke or drink through a straw for 72 hours following your surgery as these activities create suction in the mouth, which could dislodge the clot and delay healing.
• drink some fluids or use a wet washcloth and wipe your tongue, but please stay away from the surgical area.
• Avoid strenuous activity for the first 24 hours after your procedure. This will reduce bleeding and help the blood clot to form
• apply Vaseline or lanolin to the lips for the first two days to prevent lips from drying or cracking.

 

Oral Hygiene post dental implant surgery

• Begin your normal oral hygiene routine as soon as possible on day 2 or 3 after surgery.
• Soreness and swelling may not permit vigorous brushing of all areas, but do make every effort to clean your teeth within the bounds of comfort