Getting a dental implant placed doesn't hurt: it's done under local anesthesia, the same kind used to treat a cavity. What people remember isn't the surgery itself, but the days afterward. Here's what you feel at each stage, straight up.
During placement
With local anesthesia, the area is completely numb. You'll feel pressure and movement —the dentist is working on the bone—, but no pain. If anything bothers you at any point, we fix it right then and there: you don't have to tough anything out.
The first few days
Some swelling and discomfort similar to a tooth extraction is normal. It's well controlled with the prescribed pain reliever and cold compresses during the first few hours. Most patients get back to their routine the next day.
When to get in touch
If the pain is growing instead of easing after the third day, message us. That's not what we expect, and we'd rather see you sooner than wait.
Every mouth is different. If you're considering an implant and want to know what it would look like in your specific case, your first consultation is free and we'll lay everything out on the table.