Unveiling answers to some of the more commonly asked questions on dental implants
Are you considering restoring your smile with oral implants but have some questions?
Here at Smile Care Cosmetic Centre, we not only have the knowledge on dental implants in Plymouth but the experience to support it. In order to know for sure whether implants are the solution for you then please contact our dental team but in the meantime, below we uncover answers to some of the more commonly asked questions.
Is having oral implants a painful experience?
During the procedure, you will be pleased to know that the area your dental team will be working on will be numbed. This not only ensures that your dentist can proceed without unnecessary movements from you creating a sense of accuracy, but also ensures that not an ounce of pain is felt during the procedure. Following on from the implant fitting, once the numbing agent wears off, a level of mild discomfort is to be expected. However, rest assured that this is entirely normal and can be reduced with over-the-counter pain relief. Please do ensure that should the discomfort become severe or last longer than a few days, that you contact your dental team for a quick check-up.
How difficult is the after care?
When contemplating a treatment or procedure, the after care process often crosses our minds. After all, no one wants to follow a complicated process if they can. Luckily this is one area that you do not need to worry about when it comes to dental implants in Plymouth. Salt water washes will help to keep the area clean and a soft-bristled toothbrush can be used on the teeth once your dentist has given you the ok. Aside from that, cleaning could not be simpler in the early days.
In terms of foods, it is important to eat softer foods whilst the area surrounding the implant heals and the jaw bone fuses it in place but once this has happened, eating habits can once again return to normal as can your oral hygiene processes.
The aftercare process for dental implants is simple and highly effective, therefore be patient and follow the instructions given by your dental team to encourage a faster healing process.
What kind of heeling times are expected?
Healing, whether for a simple cut or following on from an implant procedure, is entirely down to the individual’s body. That being said, it is important to work with your body to promote and encourage the healing process. In general, the implant area can take a couple of weeks to heal, but this is with regular salt washes, keeping hydrated and consuming the softer foods. This is just for the outside healing of the area. When it comes to the length of time it takes the jaw bone to fuse with the dental implants in Plymouth, it can take anywhere from 6 to 12 months. Once it hits the 12 month mark, your dental team will need to reassess if the implant and bone have not yet fused.
Is this a long-term solution?
When cared for correctly, yes dental implants in Plymouth are a long-term solution to tooth replacement. It is essential that a good level of oral hygiene is maintained on a daily basis and that regular check-ups with your dentist are continued, but by taking care of your oral health your implant can last up to 15 years. Once again this does depend on a variety of factors including your overall health, but either way, oral implants are intended to be a long-term solution.
