Many patients who are getting dental implants are concerned about the pain. Discomfort can be expected with any type of dental surgery, but many patients find that dental implants cause minimal pain. Additionally, most patients find that the results they get makes the procedure worth it.
The dental implant surgery itself is not painful because local or general anesthesia is used. The mouth will be numb when the implant is placed into the jaw bone. Ask your dentist about the different sedation options if you are nervous about this procedure. Sedation will help you relax while you are in the dentist chair.
Some discomfort and pain is expected after every surgical stage. Many patients experience pain after the anesthesia wears off. Your dentist may prescribe a pain reliever to help ease discomfort after your procedure. You can also use over-the-counter pain medications. It is normal to experience some soreness in the area where the dental implant is being placed. You may also experience soreness in your jawbone. You may experience discomfort for a week after your procedure. Many patients find that the pain they experience after dental implant surgery is equivalent to getting a root canal or tooth pulled.
The amount of pain you experience after surgery is dependent on many factors. If you had a very complex procedure that required sinus surgery, bone grafting or additional procedures, then you can expect to experience more pain. Fortunately, many people find that the next stage of dental implant placement, which involves placing the crown on top of the screw that has been implanted, is less painful than the first procedure.
Swelling, bruising and bleeding are some of the other side effects you may experience after this procedure. Many patients find that this discomfort goes away after two or three day. This does not necessarily mean that anything is wrong, and it is completely normal. You can reduce pain and other side effects by applying an ice pack to the area. Make sure that you get plenty of rest so that your body will be able to heal. Every patient is unique, and the amount of time it takes to recover can vary from person to person.
Contact Affordable Dental Health Providers if you have any more questions regarding pain from a dental implant. We have offices in Long Beach, Downey, Torrance, Fallbrook, Norwalk, and Van Nuys to serve all your Dental Implant needs.