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PRECISION RECOVERY

Your body does the healing; we provide the roadmap. Follow these steps to ensure your new foundation remains secure.

Wound Protection

Do not disturb the surgical site. Avoid rinsing, spitting, or touching the wound on the day of surgery. If you feel a small metal piece (the healing abutment) protruding through the gum, this is normal—simply leave it alone and do not pick at it.

Some redness in saliva is expected for 24 hours. If active bleeding occurs, place a fresh gauze pad directly over the site and bite firmly for 30 minutes. Keep your head elevated above your heart level to reduce pressure at the surgical site.

Bleeding Control

Swelling is a natural part of healing and peaks at 48 hours. Apply an ice pack to the cheek (20 minutes on, 20 minutes off) for the first 36 hours. Sleeping with your head elevated on two pillows will significantly minimize facial swelling.

Swelling Management

Stick to cool liquids and pureed foods (like smoothies) for the first 24 hours—avoid hot liquids entirely. For the next 4 weeks, maintain a soft-food diet. Always chew on the opposite side of the implant site to prevent unnecessary pressure

Diet Guidelines

Begin your prescribed pain regimen before the surgical numbness wears off. Most patients find relief with 600mg of Ibuprofen every 6 hours. If you are prescribed a narcotic, do not drive or operate machinery, and take it with food to prevent nausea

Pain Relief

Do not rinse or brush on the day of surgery. Starting Day 2, brush your other teeth gently. Use warm salt water rinses (1/2 tsp salt in 1 cup warm water) 4–5 times daily, especially after meals.

Oral Hygiene

Keep physical activity to a minimum for the first 3–4 days. Avoid bending over, lifting heavy objects, or strenuous exercise, as increased blood pressure can cause the surgical site to throb or bleed.

Activity Level

If antibiotics were prescribed, finish the entire course to prevent infection. If you develop a rash, itching, or difficulty breathing, stop the medication immediately and contact our office or seek emergency care

Medication Compliance

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