What Can I Expect While Recovering from All-On-4 Dental Implant Surgery?

When it comes to replacing missing teeth, All-on-4 dental implants are often the go-to solution; these awesome little implants can effectively restore the look, feel, and functionality of your lost pearly whites. That said, even though All-on-4 requires oral surgery, the healing period is usually much smoother than most patients anticipate. Keep reading to learn more about how All-on-4 dental implants work and what you can expect during the recovery process.

How Do All-on-4 Dental Implants Work?

Dental implants are titanium posts that are surgically inserted into your jawbone through the gums. The posts are biocompatible and naturally fuse with your jawbone, providing an adequate amount of support to the replacement teeth. However, All-on-4 implants are a little different than traditional implants, since they use load-bearing dentures that are attached to your implants on the very same day. It’s important to note that they won’t be able to withstand the full force of biting and chewing until the implants have fully fused with your jawbone, which can take anywhere from three to six months.

How Long Does It Take to Heal After Receiving All-on-4 Implants?

Most patients can return to their normal daily routines in as little as a few days after receiving All-on-4 implants. Dentists typically recommend that patients take 2 or 3 days off from work to rest and recover. If your job is physically taxing, you might need to stay home and heal up for an additional day or two. Intense physical activity can divert blood away from your surgical sites, which will only delay healing. That said, you should also avoid exercising and heavy lifting until your mouth has had the chance to heal.

What Can I Eat After Getting My Implants?

Your dentist will instruct you to follow a liquid and soft food diet for the first three months immediately following the procedure. This part of the recovery process is vital, as your implants are still integrating with your jaw, and chewing hard or crunchy foods will disrupt this process and prevent your mouth from healing.

Dental implants can completely change your life and smile for the better, but only if they’re given the chance! That said, knowing what to expect while healing from All-on-4 implants can ensure that your recovery is smooth and translates into lasting and impressive results.

About the Practice

Blue Coast Dental Group proudly serves patients and families in the Torrance, CA area! The practice is fortunate to house four skilled specialists: Dr. Sanaz Hamzehpour, Dr. George Cho, Dr. Maria Galvan, and Dr. Pedram Marhabi! Their practice is pleased to offer several available services, including dental implants. If you have any questions about implants or would like to schedule an appointment, you can contact the practice online or over the phone: (310) 424-3100.