Caring for your dental implants is crucial post-surgery, if you want to make them last longer. Once the surgery is over you must take rest & refrain from moving your mouth or eating anything that might cause discomfort. Follow the instructions of your dentist also it is necessary to attend the scheduled appointment so the dentist can monitor your progress, whenever you feel pain take painkillers & never forget to keep your mouth clean in order to block bacteria from entering your mouth. We suggest you take a nutritious diet, avoid touching the surgical area, do not smoke, dont consume hard food, & dont lift heavy objects. If you want to start your journey with a heavy smile with dental implants in Portland, contact Bethany Family Dental today!

1. Bethany Family Dental
AFTER THE SURGERY DENTAL CARE GUIDE
Dental
Implants

2. Dental
Implants
Dental implants cause a huge change
in the lifestyle of the patient after
their surgery. Taking care of dental
implants is essential if you want to
make them last relatively longer.

3. Dental implant Surgery After Care
Guide
BETHANY FAMILY DENTAL

4. Get Proper
Rest
Despite being an outpatient
dental surgery, patients will
feel groggy after getting
dental implants. Local
anesthesia is used to numb
the treatment area before
inserting dental implants. The
effects of this anesthesia can
last for several hours after
the surgery. Our Portland
dentists advise patients to
rest well after they have been
operated on.

5. Follow the
Dentist’s
instructions
It is crucial to follow your
dentist’s post-surgery advice.
Your dentist will arrange one
or more follow-up
appointments after your
procedure. Attend the
dentist’s office on the
scheduled dates. Dentists
examine the dental implants
during these visits to ensure
that you are healing normally
and that nothing unusual is
visible.

6. Take Pain
Medication
The local anesthesia may
have left you numb, but as it
wears off, you might feel a
little sore and swollen. Take
your painkillers exactly as
directed every time, even if it
is in the middle of the night.
Always abide by the
directions on your
prescription for pain relief.

7. Keep Your
Mouth
Clean
Maintaining a proper oral
hygiene routine is essential
for dental health. Make sure
to keep your mouth clean, so
that bacteria do not build up
on the operated area.
Bacteria on fresh wounds can
cause infection in the gums,
which will result in further
problems.

8. Eat
Nutritious
Food
Dentists advise having only
liquid and soft food after the
surgery. There are several
recipes for a soft food diet
that are rich in vitamins.
Fruits and vegetables high in
fiber are the best after
surgery. Foods high in
vitamins A and C, such as
mashed potatoes, creamy
soups, applesauce,
milkshakes, and yogurt, as
these aid in healing.

9. Use
Fluoride
Fluoride strengthens enamel
and prevents damage to your
teeth. Fluoride is present in
toothpaste, mouthwash, and
water. You should avoid
fluoride-free toothpaste as it
can cause harm to your teeth
and implants. Charcoal
toothpaste, baking soda, and
vinegar should also be
avoided.

10. Avoid
Touching
The
Operated
Area
The wound is still fresh a few
days after your surgery. You
should avoid touching the
dental implants with your
fingers, as it can move the
implant out of place.

11. Don’t
Smoke
Smoking stains the enamel of
your teeth. This makes them
yellow. Smoking interferes
with the natural healing
process after dental implant
surgery and raises your risk
of implant failure or
infections. The motion of
sucking while smoking could
lead to painful oral surgery
complications known as dry
sockets.

12. Don’t
Consume
Coloured
Drinks
Wine and carbonated
beverages can stain dental
implants. These drinks’
extreme coldness also
provokes a strong reaction
and discomfort.

13. Avoid
Certain
Foods
Foods that are hard, chewy,
and sticky are strictly
forbidden after getting dental
implants. These types of food
cause damage to the
implants and can also result
in breakage. The following
foods should be avoided:
popcorn kernels, ice, hard
candies, gummy candies,
taffy, caramel apples, and
seeds.

14. Don’t Lift
Heavy
Objects
A physical strain of any kind can
hinder healing at the treatment
site. Avoid lifting, bending, pulling,
or pushing heavy objects that put
a lot of strain on your entire body
to prevent excessive bleeding,
pain, or swelling. On the first day,
lie down on your bed so your
gums can recover from the stress
they underwent. Alo avoids
standing up too quickly as this can
cause dizziness. Heavy exercise
should also be avoided because
your body may not be able to
handle it with less fluid and caloric
intake.

15. Start Your Journey Towards A
Healthy Smile With Dental
Implants In Portland!
BETHANY FAMILY DENTAL

16. GET A HEALTHY SMILE
WITH DENTAL IMPLANTS
Dental implants are a major
investment, so you should always
make sure to get them from the best
dentist in your community. Our
implant dentists at Bethany Family
Dental are the best in Portland, OR.
We offer several financing options to
help make our dental services
accessible to our patients without
being a burden. Contact us now to
book your appointment.

17. Get to Know Us
Nathan Austria DMD, is a general
dentist and has been practicing
dentistry for over 20 years, 14 years
have been at Bethany Family Dental
the first dental office to open in the
Bethany community. He received
his DMD, doctorate of medical
dentistry in 1992 from Temple
University School of Dentistry.
DR. NATHAN M AUSTRIA
General Dentist

18. Need help with your teeth?
WEBSITE
https://bethanyfamilydental.com/
PHONE NUMBER
503-447-2920
ADDRESS
4732 NW Bethany Blvd, Ste. G2,
Portland, OR 97229
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