Day 1-3: twice daily swab the implant(s) with a Q-tip saturated with the prescription mouth rinse.
Day 4: twice daily begin brushing the implant(s) with a toothbrush saturated with the prescription mouth rinse.
All other teeth are to be brushed normally.
Flossing
You do not need to floss the implant until the crown (tooth) is placed.
Floss all other teeth normally.
Eating
Soft foods are advised the day of the surgery.
Avoid chewing on the implant(s) until the crown is placed.
Swelling and Bleeding
It is normal for the gum to slightly swell and/or bleed around the implant during the 1st week of healing.
Discomfort
Typically there is very little discomfort following the procedure. However, you could experience tenderness in the gum area. See pain medication below.
Working
Although many patients return to work the same day as the procedure, you may consider taking the remainder of the day off as you could experience slight discomfort.
Exercising
Avoid exercising or heavy lifting for 2 days.
Prescription Mouth Rinse
Rinse twice daily for 1 week and follow brushing instructions above.
Antibiotic
Take as directed until gone.
Pain Medication
Take as needed: Ibuprofen, Tylenol, or prescribed medication.
1 Week Follow-Up Appointment
An appointment will be scheduled for you to return 7-10 days following the surgery to evaluate the area(s) for healing.
Final Appointment
At the 1 week follow-up appointment, the date of your next appointment (typically the final appointment) will be determined.
At this time, we will inform you when to schedule with your dentist for the crown (tooth).
It is recommended that you review your treatment proposal from our office, as there is usually a fee associated with this visit. The fee is for an abutment (post) that is typically placed at this visit prior to you seeing your dentist for the crown. If an abutment is not placed in our office, it will be placed by your dentist and will be charged by the dentist.
