Pre-Operative

Medicines: We may prescribe some medicines, which may include an antibiotic to prevent infection, an anti-inflammatory to control swelling, an analgesic to control pain and a prescription mouthwash to promote healing. Please ensure that you have your prescription filled. If you do not have your prescription, please contact our office at (403) 283-7829 so we can phone in your prescription. Start all prescribed medication as indicated. Continue taking all medications until they are used up. Analgesics, given for pain control, may be stopped when you feel comfortable.

Implant(s) Placement Procedure: The procedure usually takes approximately one to two hours to complete, depending on the number of implants and the complexity of the surgery. It is performed under local anesthetic in our office. Generally, the placement of an implant is equivalent to having a tooth extracted. Once the freezing is in place, you should feel no pain.

Healing: A healthy diet includes a sufficient amount of necessary items for proper healing. During the healing period, we recommend that you supplement your diet with fresh fruit and vegetables and multivitamins.

Dentures: In most cases, you will be able to wear your dentures immediately after surgery. However, we recommend that you do not do so unless absolutely necessary until your follow-up appointment when the sutures are removed and the area is inspected. Each individual responds differently, and this judgment will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Follow-up: You will be contacted the day following your surgery to assure that you are comfortable, and to address any questions or concerns you may have. A follow-up appointment is to be scheduled one week after surgery to evaluate the healing of the tissues. The implant must be allowed to heal undisturbed until the doctor deems it is possible to “load” them with the superstructure.

If you have any questions about your upcoming dental appointment, please do not hesitate to contact us!

Our practice always welcomes new patients — no referral is required!