Post-implant care

One of the treatment methods for dental implants is the use of implants. Many dentists believe that this method is a good alternative to a bridge prosthesis. Because in the implant, your other teeth are not shaved. In addition, dental implants will provide you with a suitable implant by replacing the tooth root. There are post-implant care measures that will shorten the duration of your treatment.

In this article, we want to introduce you to these cares to increase the success rate of your surgery.

Implant implantation

Your teeth may be lost due to various factors. In such cases, in addition to the crown of the tooth, its root may also be pulled out. One of the problems that arises when extracting teeth is the breakdown of the tissue and bone of your jaw. These conditions can lead to more oral diseases over time. In addition, the contour of your face is lost.

One of the most effective treatments for sagging teeth is the use of implants. In this procedure, the dentist first examines you to make sure your gums and jawbone are healthy. He then uses dental tools to make an incision in your gums so that he can screw titanium metal into your jaw. This solid foundation actually plays the role of the root of your tooth.

Implant placement may take months. Even many patients may have concerns about this surgery due to lack of knowledge about this method. But the advancement of technology along with the use of the latest equipment has made dental implants a simple and minor operation. In addition, the implant is a permanent treatment and you will no longer need to replace it.

Post-implant treatment care will help shorten the duration of your treatment and make your surgery more successful.

Benefits of Implant Teeth Implantation
Implant dental implants have numerous benefits. These benefits include the following:
• If you lose a tooth, you may have problems such as crooked teeth around, eating hard, and so on. In such cases, you should think of an alternative to your teeth. One of the benefits of implants is the replacement of missing teeth.
• Because implant placement gives your teeth a natural look, your confidence will increase and you will be able to engage in social activities safely.
Implant placement of teeth prevents the breakdown of your bones and jaw.
To perform other treatments, the dentist has to cut the adjacent teeth of the damaged tooth. But unlike other methods, this method prevents damage to adjacent teeth and does not damage your gums.
One of the disadvantages of using dentures is the accumulation of plaque and bacteria around the teeth. However, this is minimized in implanted teeth. By observing oral hygiene, you can reduce the risk of gum infection and tooth decay to zero.
Using dentures instead of missing teeth may make it difficult for you to pronounce some letters. But dental implants will not cause you any problems.
Implant placement looks exactly like your teeth. This is while veneers or dentures give your teeth an abnormal shape. This has caused many people to shy away from treatment.
• Because implant teeth are similar to natural teeth, oral hygiene after surgery is exactly the same as before.
Implant tooth implantation, without movement and change of position.
Dental implant surgery method
If you are planning to have a dental implant, we recommend that you use a skilled and specialized dentist to increase the success rate of your operation. This surgery is one of the simplest operations that is less likely to fail. Implant implants may be performed in one operation under certain conditions and at the discretion of the dentist. Otherwise, this surgery is performed in two stages. This has led to the implantation of teeth for several months.
In the first step, the dentist inserts the implant into your jawbone. After implant placement, you must wait between three and six months for the implant to be implanted under your gums to attach to your jawbone. During these months, if you have dentures, you can use them temporarily. But it is better to avoid eating solid foods. For this purpose, we recommend that you use soft foods during treatment.

The second stage of surgery is performed after the implant is integrated with the jawbone. At this stage, the dentist uses small posts removed from the gums to attach the crown to the denture. These posts act as an anchors and can easily hold your dentures. One of the good features of these posts is that they are not visible in the mouth.
It takes about four to five months to complete all of these steps, during which time you need care to make your surgery a success. Of course, your daily life may change during these months. But the positive benefits of implant placement are well worth the hardships.
The importance of post-implant care
If you want your implant to stay healthy after treatment, it is best to be serious about your oral hygiene. Just as it is essential to maintain good oral hygiene, you must continue to follow these principles to keep your dental implants healthy to prevent problems.
For this purpose, we recommend that you see your dentist regularly for monthly checkups after treatment. If your dental implant looks good and your jaw bones are strong and healthy, your dental implant will last for many years. But it is better to follow all the instructions for maintaining oral health.
Care of the first days after dental implants
In the early hours after surgery, we recommend that you get enough rest. For this purpose, lie down in a quiet place. So that your head is slightly higher than your body.
You may feel a little dizzy. It is best to move slowly to change position from one position to another. For example, if you are asleep, do not get up all at once. It is best to sit still for a few moments before standing up. Then move slowly.
It is better to have enough rest after implant placement and reduce your physical activity as much as possible. Do not do any strenuous exercise for 48 hours. In fact, getting enough rest will help you recover faster.
In the early hours of surgery, using an ice pack on the operation site is very helpful. It is best to do this alternately, every ten minutes, to significantly reduce the swelling of your face. Do this for up to 48 hours. After three days of using moist heat, it will help reduce your pain.
If you have severe pain in the early hours of implant placement, you can use painkillers prescribed by your dentist to reduce the pain. Of course, the best time to take these medications is before your anesthesia is gone; Therefore, immediately after surgery, you can take these drugs every 3 to 4 hours.
If analgesics are ineffective after implant placement, we recommend that you use ibuprofen every two hours. Taking painkillers for two days will help reduce the severity of the pain. If the pain persists after three days, it is best to contact your dentist and discuss your condition with him.