People who are troubled by missing teeth, ill-fitting dentures and unstable fixed bridges can read through the common questions listed below or be enlightened about the benefits of dental implants from a patient’s point of view. Dental Implants are a technologically advanced form of reconstructive dentistry designed to solve many of the problems associated with more routine methods.
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Common Questions
Is it painful?
The implant insertion is carried out under a local anaesthetic with or without sedation and as such you will feel no pain during any part of the operation. After the operation, when the anaesthetic starts to wear off, you will feel some pain and discomfort until such time as the painkillers take effect. There is usually some swelling and bruises may appear. These symptoms are at their height two or three days after the operation, but most patients report that it is much less painful than anticipated. Ordinary painkillers are usually sufficient, but over 80% of patients report no need for pain killers the day after surgery.
What should I eat?
Keep to a diet of soft foods and liquids for a short period after the dental implant operation to avoid any extra strain on the implants. But once your implants are integrated and fully restored it is possible to resume a normal diet. Even biting into apples is perfectly permissible.
Will I be toothless at any time?
No. There are always options to replace missing teeth. We can often use fixed tooth replacement with adhesive bridges. Temporary dentures can also be used. In certain circumstances it is also possible to have a set of temporary teeth fixed straight on to the implants on the same day as the implant surgery.
Will they look false?
No. The whole idea is to give you back your smile. We work as a team with technicians who are highly skilled and creative in the science and art of re-establishing natural looking teeth with a firm dental implant foundation.
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