After implant placement, most patients experience only minor discomfort, which can be managed with the following guidelines:

• General Care

  • Rest for the first two days; avoid sports, heavy lifting, or strenuous activity.

  • Avoid hot drinks for 24 hours.

  • Avoid alcohol and smoking for 2 weeks, as they can slow healing.

  • Denture wearers: discuss with your surgeon when to resume wearing your denture.

  • If you have a retainer, wear it daily to protect the implant and aid healing.

  • Sleep with an extra pillow for the first 2–3 nights to reduce swelling.

  • Avoid touching or exploring the implant site with your tongue.

  • Do not brush the implant area for at least 1 week.

  • Take antibiotics exactly as prescribed and complete the course. Contact the clinic if you have any reactions.

• Bleeding & Oral Rinsing

  • Minor oozing may occur for a few hours after surgery.

  • If bleeding persists, apply gentle pressure with the provided gauze soaked in warm salt water for 20–30 minutes; repeat if necessary.

  • Start warm saltwater rinses the day after surgery (1/4–1/2 tsp salt in a cup of warm water), 2–3 times daily, especially after meals.

  • Rinse with Blue M mouthwash 3 times daily for up to 7 days.

• Swelling & Comfort

  • Use ice packs on the area for 20–30 minutes at a time to reduce swelling.

  • Swelling may peak on day 2–3 and last a few days.

• Special Care

  • If a metal collar is visible above the gum, do not bite or chew on it for at least 6 weeks.

  • Use OnGuard essential oil around (not directly on) the implant for comfort.

  • Eat soft foods only for the first week: boiled fish, scrambled eggs, pasta, rice, or blended foods.