{"id":34,"date":"2024-03-04T17:33:04","date_gmt":"2024-03-04T17:33:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.brianlaverydmd.com\/blog\/?p=34"},"modified":"2024-11-18T13:45:19","modified_gmt":"2024-11-18T13:45:19","slug":"dental-implant-inquiries-3-common-faqs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brianlaverydmd.com\/blog\/2024\/03\/04\/dental-implant-inquiries-3-common-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Implant Inquiries: 3 Common FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Many dentists consider dental implants<\/a> to be the gold standard of replacement teeth because they offer unique advantages over alternatives like dentures or dental bridges. They\u2019re the only restoration that\u2019s directly inserted into your jawbone which gives them added stability. They also boast an incredibly high success rate of more than 95%, but they\u2019re not entirely unable to be harmed. Caring for them properly is essential to prevent potential failure, especially immediately following your surgery. Read on to learn the answers to 3 frequently asked questions about post-op instructions!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Question #1: Is Bleeding Normal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s natural to have some oozing around the surgical site for 48-72 hours after your implant procedure. Your dentist will place gauze over the wound to help slow the flow, but you\u2019ll need to change them out periodically once they become saturated. Also, keep in mind that blowing your nose or rinsing and spitting can stimulate bleeding so do your best to avoid it for a couple of days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the bleeding gets heavier or doesn\u2019t start to slow after a few days, place folded gauze over the site and bite down firmly. Then, contact your dentist so that they can ensure that everything is mending as intended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Question #2: When Can I Eat?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You can potentially have something to eat about an hour after your procedure if you\u2019re feeling up to it. Steer clear of any foods or drinks that are overly hot because they can dislodge the blood clot that must form for the surgical site to heal. Also, stick to soft foods that don\u2019t require much chewing, and try to keep it on the side of your mouth opposite your implant. Some popular selections are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n