Hello my dear patients, this is Dr. Kutay Gurel. In our Dental Clinic in Çiğli, İzmir, we work with a team specialized in implant and screw tooth applications. In this blog post, I would like to tell you about the situations that you may encounter in the post-implant treatment process and how you should deal with it.
Side Effects After Implant
There are some side effects and complications that can be experienced after implant treatment. Usually these side effects are temporary and can be alleviated with the right care and precautions. Common post-implant side effects include:
Bleeding:
Slight bleeding after the implant procedure is normal and usually subsides within a few hours. Consult your dentist in case of heavy and continuous bleeding.
Swelling:
Swelling may occur in and around the implant area within a few days after the procedure. You can reduce swelling by applying a cold compress.
Pain:
It is common to experience mild to moderate pain after implant treatment. You can control the pain with painkillers prescribed by your doctor.
Bruise:
Slight bruising may occur in and around the implant area. The bruising usually disappears within a few days.
Infection:
If proper oral care is not performed after the implant procedure, the risk of infection increases. Contact your dentist if you notice signs of infection (redness, swelling, pain and discharge).
Nerve damage:
Although rare, the surrounding nerves may be damaged while placing the implant. This may cause numbness, tingling or pain in and around the implant site. Contact your dentist if you experience symptoms of nerve damage.
Implant failure:
In rare cases, the implant may not fuse properly to the jawbone or be rejected by the body. Causes of failure include infection, poor bone quality, and complications from poor oral hygiene. In case of implant failure, the dentist will offer solutions.
Most of these side effects after implant treatment are temporary and can be alleviated with the right care and precautions. Consult your dentist in case of persistent and severe symptoms.
What Causes Post-Implant Bleeding?
Post-implant bleeding is a natural process that usually occurs due to surgical intervention. However, the duration and severity of bleeding may vary from patient to patient. The reasons and precautions to consider about post-implant bleeding are:
Surgical intervention:
Interventions on the gingiva and jawbone during implant application are the main cause of bleeding. Therefore, slight bleeding and swelling are normal, especially in the first 24 hours after the procedure.
The duration and severity of bleeding:
The duration and severity of post-implant bleeding vary depending on the general health of the patient, the complications experienced and the techniques applied by the dentist. It usually subsides within a few hours, but if there is continuous and heavy bleeding, consult your dentist.
What Should Be Considered After Implant?
Pay attention to oral hygiene:
Pay attention to oral hygiene after the procedure helps to control bleeding by reducing the risk of infection. Brush your teeth and use mouthwash solutions as recommended by your doctor.
Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption:
Smoking and alcohol can increase the duration and severity of bleeding, as well as adversely affect the healing process. Avoid these substances in the post-implant period.
Avoid excessive physical activity:
You can reduce bleeding and swelling by avoiding excessive physical activities in the first days after the procedure.
Beware of drug use:
Use the drugs prescribed by your doctor in the right dosage and avoid blood-thinning drugs such as aspirin, as such drugs can increase the duration and severity of bleeding.
Keep your head high:
You can help reduce bleeding by keeping your head elevated while lying down.
By taking these precautions into consideration in the post-implant period, you can reduce the duration and severity of bleeding and accelerate the healing process. In case of continuous and heavy bleeding, consult your dentist.
What Should We Do If Bleeding After Implant? How Can I Avoid?
Post-implant bleeding is a possible condition to be experienced after surgery. You can pay attention to the following suggestions about what to do in case of bleeding and how to prevent bleeding:
Controlling bleeding:
Remember that post-implant bleeding begins within the first few hours. During this time, you can control the bleeding by using a sterile gauze or tampon. Apply pressure by applying the gauze lightly on the gum, but be careful not to damage the gum.
Keep your head high:
Sit or lie down with your head elevated to reduce the intensity of bleeding. This will help stop bleeding quickly by reducing blood flow.
Rinse your mouth with salt water:
Rinsing your mouth with warm salt water 24 hours after the procedure reduces the risk of infection and helps stop bleeding. Repeat this process several times a day.
Avoid excessive physical activity:
You can reduce bleeding and swelling by avoiding excessive physical activities in the first days after the procedure.
Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption:
Smoking and alcohol can increase the duration and severity of bleeding, as well as adversely affect the healing process. Avoid these substances in the post-implant period.
Beware of drug use:
Use the drugs prescribed by your doctor in the right dosage and avoid blood thinners such as aspirin, as such drugs can increase the duration and severity of bleeding.
Pay attention to oral hygiene:
Pay attention to oral hygiene after the procedure helps to control bleeding by reducing the risk of infection. Brush your teeth and use mouthwash solutions as recommended by your doctor.
By paying attention to these recommendations to prevent post-implant bleeding, you can speed up the healing process and minimize possible complications. In case of continuous and heavy bleeding, consult your dentist.
Things to Consider After Implant Treatment
After implant treatment, here are some important points you should pay attention to for a faster and healthier healing process:
Pay attention to oral hygiene:
Brush your teeth regularly and use mouthwash solutions recommended by your doctor to speed up the healing process and reduce the risk of infection.
Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption:
Smoking and alcohol slow the healing process and increase the risk of infection. Stay away from these substances after implant treatment.
Avoid excessive physical activity:
By avoiding excessive physical activity in the first few days, you can help reduce swelling and bleeding.
Beware of drug use:
Use the drugs prescribed by your doctor in the right dosage and avoid blood-thinning drugs such as aspirin, as such drugs can increase the duration and severity of bleeding.
Keep your head high:
You can help reduce bleeding by keeping your head elevated, especially while sleeping.
Rinse your mouth with salt water:
Rinsing your mouth with warm salt water 24 hours after the procedure reduces the risk of infection and helps stop bleeding. Repeat this process several times a day.
Regular dental check-ups:
Go to regular dentist visits to monitor the success and healing process of the implant treatment. This allows early detection and treatment of potential complications.
Eat soft foods:
For the first few days, take care to consume soft foods so as not to damage the treated area.
By paying attention to these recommendations after implant treatment, you can accelerate the healing process and ensure the long-term success of the implant. Consult your dentist in case of persistent and heavy bleeding, pain or signs of infection.