Dental Implants are good treatment options for missing tooth or
several teeth. It offers a root structure that can prevent the loss of soft
tissue and hard tissue, as well as provide stable foundation to support a
dental bridge, a dental crown, or dentures.
About Dental Implants
Basically, dental implants are replacement tooth roots
that are embedded into the jawbone and gum tissue of the patient through a
cosmetic dental surgery.
During the dental implants’ surgical placement,
the gum tissue will be incised. The dental implant will then be anchored into
the jawbone through these gum incisions.
The healing process usually lasts for months. It is during this
time that osseointegration occurs. It is a process where the dental implant
fuses with the mouth’s hard and soft tissues. A successful fusion will ensure
that the replacement teeth can be properly supported by the dental implants.
Common Side Effects Post-Dental Cosmetic Surgery
Since dental implants require cosmetic dental surgery, there are
certain side effects that patients may experience after the treatment. Your dentist should
be able to discuss the details of the dental cosmetic surgery, as well as the
risks involved in the treatment. In the meantime, here are several common side
effects that a patient who has undergone a dental cosmetic surgery may
go through.
Discomfort and Soreness – Many patients who went through a dental
cosmetic surgery will notice some degree of inconvenience. But as with any kind
of surgery, any feeling of discomfort or soreness is natural and will
eventually dissipate after a while.
Swelling – Similar to soreness, swelling is a common surgical side
effect that typically goes away during the healing process.
Bruising – All those surgical activities can cause the gum area
around the dental implant to bruise. Again, this is normal. And with time,
bruising will naturally fade.
How to Deal With the Side Effects
Although these side effects will naturally heal along with the
implant wound, you can make the side effects abate faster, or, at least, ease a
little if they make you feel too uncomfortable. You should be able to bear
these side effects by following your surgeon’s aftercare instructions, as well
as using cold compresses and dentist recommended pain medications.
Keep Your Dentist in the Loop in Case of Emergencies
After the dental cosmetic surgery, make sure that you contact your
dentist or oral surgeon as soon as possible if you notice serious swelling,
severe pain, or other problems as your gums heal. Keeping in touch with your
dentist will enable you to get the proper care and assistance that you need
when it is most necessary. Plus, it would give you peace of mind knowing that
your dentist is just a phone call away.
Schedule a Consultation
Should you have further concerns or questions regarding implant
dentistry and how it can benefit you, be sure to contact Dental Studio 101
right away. Our staff and dentists look forward to assisting you attain the
best possible wellness through state of the art dental care.
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