Tooth Implant Placement: Before, During, After

what to expect during dental implant surgery Salt Lake City

Let’s review what to expect during dental implant placement with The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City. We will divide it into three parts: before, during, and after.

This is how implant placement works:

Before the Procedure

We begin with X-rays, an exam, and a consultation. We’ll take numerous X-rays of your teeth and jaw. Images are taken from several angles. It’s critical to validate that you have enough healthy bone structure.

If you don’t have sufficient bone at the implant site, we may recommend bone grafting surgery.

During the exam, we will check that your gums are healthy. Along with healthy bone, healthy gums are required.

During the consultation, we’ll discuss your oral and physical health in general. We will discuss your medical history and determine whether you are a good candidate for the service.

Pre-Surgery Prep

We may prescribe an anti-bacterial rinse for you to use for a few days prior to the surgery. You may also be prescribed antibiotics to help prevent an infection.

During Implant Surgery

First, we’ll use local anesthesia to numb the implant site.

Next, we make an incision in the gums. This opens the gums so the bone is accessible.

A small hole is drilled. The hole is the precise diameter and depth of the post. Then the implant post is screwed into the hole in the bone.

We’ll take an X-ray to confirm the implant is in the correct place. Then we sew the gums back over the implant.

NOTE: The image shows the implant with the connector piece attached. This is how it will look when it is ready for the final crown. When the post is initially implanted, as mentioned, the gums are sewn back over the site. During the months the post is fusing to the bone, the implant post will not be visible.

The dental implant procedure will take about an hour.

If the implant location (and missing tooth) is visible when you smile, we will create a removable partial denture. You can wear this ‘flipper’ while you are waiting for the final crown.

After Implant Surgery

Patients usually feel minimal pain when the local anesthesia wears off. There may be some swelling at the implant location. Slight bruising may take place as well.

Acetaminophen or ibuprofen is usually enough for post-surgery soreness. Most dental implant patients can go back to work after the surgery.

That’s it!

A dental implant from The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City can restore your smile, and restore your life! Call us today to find out whether you’re a good candidate for the procedure.

Contact The Sugar House Dentist:

801-618-0197

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

1955 S 1300 E Ste L2
Salt Lake City, Utah
84105

 

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