One of the most important questions that worries patients is what can and cannot be done before dental implantation. Preparation for the operation begins in a week, and ideally in 10 days.
What to do before implantation
For 7-10 days before surgery, the patient must comply with the following regimen:
• Give up alcohol, smoking, and any other bad habits
• Normalize the diet
• Strengthen immunity with vitamin therapy
• Avoid stress
• Minimize physical activity
1 day before implantation, the doctor will perform oral hygiene, after which:
• It is necessary to rinse your mouth with antiseptic compounds 4-6 times a day (doctor recommends)
• It is forbidden to eat something that causes irritation of the oral mucosa (spices, strong tea, coffee, fatty, smoked meats, alcohol)
• It is forbidden to take anticoagulants, including aspirin
On the day of surgery:
1. Avoid hot and very cold foods
2. You can not eat everything that causes irritation of the oral mucosa
3. Brush your teeth
4. Refuse to eat 2 hours before implantation
5. Rinse your mouth with an antiseptic 1-2 hours before implantation
The onset of menstrual bleeding on the day of surgery or the day before should be reported to the implantologist. This is a reason to postpone the operation in order to avoid a long healing period.
Can I eat before dental implantation?
It all depends on the method of anesthesia in your case. If general anesthesia is chosen, then strict limits must be observed - you cannot eat 6 hours before the operation, or drink - 4 hours before anesthesia.
With local anesthesia, prior fasting is not required.
Can I drink before dental implant surgery?
Before any surgical intervention, including before the implantation of the implant, a refusal from alcohol is required.
You can drink everything else two hours before the operation, unless it is an operation under general anesthesia.
Can I drink alcohol the day before dental implantation?
No. Drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited.
Violation of this rule is fraught with negative consequences. Due to the presence of alcohol in the blood, the anesthetic may not work.
Or, the effect of anesthesia may be significantly reduced, making the procedure uncomfortable.
What medications should not be taken before dental implant?
Blood thinners - due to the risk of bleeding after implant placement.
What medications can be taken before dental implant surgery?
Use all other drugs prescribed by your doctor without fear. Including drugs for thyroid diseases, diabetes, and hypertension.
Can I smoke before dental implants?
No. Ideally, it is recommended to abstain from smoking 1-2 months prior to implantation. This is necessary so that blood circulation improves in the gums and bone tissue, and the process of saliva production improves.
The minimum period without smoking is 1-2 weeks before surgery.