Your Prep Guide Before a Dental Implants Procedure

 There are many ways to cover the space of a missing tooth to avoid loosening the teeth’ structure. Out of them all, in New Hampshire, dental implants are becoming the most opted choice for the myriad benefits this procedure offers. A dental implant procedure is performed by inserting artificial tooth roots. These implants bond with your jawbone, allowing the dentist or oral surgeon to place replacement teeth called crowns over it.

Although a lengthy procedure requires 2-3 sittings, dental implants are the most comfortable replacements of a natural tooth with relatively any upkeep. Moreover, adding to their pros, they last a good decade at least.

So, if you’ve fixed the date for your dental implant surgery and want to be well-prepared for it, here are some do’s and don’ts to follow.

In the week before the procedure. When visiting a dentist, the first thing that comes to mind is whether you’ll be allowed to eat solid foods or not? After getting full mouth dental implants in New Hampshire, you won’t be able to. So, meal prep with semi-solid but nutritious foods like soups, porridge, smoothies, etc., for at least a couple of days post-surgery.

The day before the procedure. Get a lot of rest. Avoid heavy exertion with any physical activity. And you should floss and clean your teeth and mouth thoroughly before. Another point, although optional, is to arrange for a ride to the clinic. You won’t be groggy or in severe pain, but it is better not to drive and relax afterward. So, maybe ask a friend or book a cab.

On the day of the procedure. Wear comfortable clothes, for you’ll be spending at least a couple of hours in the chair. Also, ask your dentist if they will put you under general anesthesia with an IV or just local. Have a big breakfast because you’ll have to fast for at least 12 hours post-procedure. However, you can’t have any food at all that day if you’re going to be under general anesthesia. So, clarify this with your surgeon at least a week before.

Lastly, stay calm throughout the procedure. It is a painless surgery but you may need pain medications after it. Dentists at Seacoast Periodontics & Dental Implants ensure that you’re comfortable and relaxed throughout your full mouth dental implants procedure in New Hampshire.