{"id":385,"date":"2024-02-13T21:36:48","date_gmt":"2024-02-13T21:36:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fresnofamilydental.com\/blog\/?p=385"},"modified":"2024-05-07T18:57:26","modified_gmt":"2024-05-07T18:57:26","slug":"prepare-dental-implant-surgery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fresnofamilydental.com\/blog\/prepare-dental-implant-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"Preparing for Dental Implant Surgery: Making Way for New Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dental implants<\/a> aren\u2019t the best way to replace missing teeth just because they look, work, and feel exactly like the real thing. They also boast an incredibly high success rate of over 95%! While dental implants are designed to be amazingly durable, beautiful, and stain-resistant, they still require patients to practice some good habits so they can heal properly and last for life. Here\u2019s a brief guide to preparing for dental implant surgery so you can enjoy a speedy recovery and a wonderfully restored smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Practice Excellent Oral Hygiene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dental implants require healthy gums to be successful, so any tooth decay and gum disease will have to be resolved before they can be placed. While your dentist may have to address this with scaling and root planing in its more advanced stages, gum disease can be prevented or reversed in its early stages with excellent oral hygiene. With a daily regimen of brushing, flossing, and using antibacterial mouthwash, you can help make sure your gums are in great shape when the day of your surgery comes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stock Up on Supplies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After your dental implant surgery, you\u2019re going to need plenty of nutrition and hydration so your body has the fuel and resources it needs to heal properly. It\u2019s a great idea to stock up on soft, mild, nutritious foods that can be easily prepared before the day of your surgery. That way, you\u2019ll be able to put together a decent meal that can be easily chewed without disturbing your healing implants. A few examples include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n