{"id":202,"date":"2018-07-04T12:23:39","date_gmt":"2018-07-04T12:23:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/blog\/?p=202"},"modified":"2018-07-08T21:03:23","modified_gmt":"2018-07-08T21:03:23","slug":"dental-implants-flint-2-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/blog\/dental-implants-flint-2-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Take These Steps Before Surgery for Dental Implants in Flint"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-203\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_30919449-300x300.jpeg\" alt=\"woman preparing to eat apple\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_30919449-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_30919449-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_30919449-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_30919449-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>The time has finally come to get the full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/dental-implants.html\">restoration<\/a> you\u2019ve desired. Your local dentist says there are some important steps that you should take in preparation for your procedure. As you read on, you\u2019ll get tips on what you should eat, the type of clothes you should wear and other helpful advice to make your experience as simple and seamless as it can be.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Dental Implant Surgery \u2013 A Complicated Procedure?<\/h2>\n<p>The dental implant is considered to be minimally invasive but still requires that certain steps be taken before the procedure takes place. Many people will be concerned about the potential of there being intense pain, but it\u2019s usually mild to moderate, depending on the complexity of your surgery and the type of technique used.<\/p>\n<p>For discomfort that\u2019s level 3 or below, you\u2019ll be fine with an over-the-counter pain reliever. For more intense pain, you can possibly use a combination of Tylenol and codeine, but your dentist will determine that on an as-needed basis.<\/p>\n<p>With that covered, we now take a look at what should be done before you arrive for surgery.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Prepare for Your Dental Implant<\/h2>\n<p>Before your dentist in Flint begins the restoration procedure, here\u2019s what should be done:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Meal Prep <\/strong>\u2013 You can prepare softer foods like pasta, smoothies and soups, and freeze them, so they\u2019ll be handy after your surgery is done. You\u2019ll need a supply that will last for a few days while your gums are tender.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Schedule Adjustments <\/strong>\u2013 It\u2019s also a good idea to clear your schedule for at least a week after the procedure is done. This will allow you more time to heal without feeling rushed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fasting <\/strong>\u2013 If you\u2019re undergoing sedation medication, for 4 to 12 hours before your surgery, you\u2019ll need to fast. Your dentist\u2019s staff will direct you as to the specific time during your pre-surgery instructions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total Relaxation <\/strong>\u2013 You\u2019ll need to be really relaxed before the procedure starts. That includes removing any nail polish and makeup. Additionally, you\u2019ll want to wear loose-fitting clothes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Schedule a Driver<\/strong> \u2013 A final piece of the puzzle you\u2019ll want to have in place is who will drive you home after the procedure and any where that you need to go that day. This is especially important if you\u2019re going to be sedated because the effects of the medication will take several hours to wear off. Thus, it\u2019ll be unsafe for you to operate a motor vehicle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For any other questions you may have about preparing for the dental implant procedure, reach out to your local dentist today. Step by step, he or she will be able to help you regain the life you once had.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For Dr. Chitra Naik, dentistry is truly a family affair, as her son \u2013 a recent graduate of the University of Michigan Dental School \u2013 is following in her footsteps. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, where she earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree, Dr. Naik remains affiliated with several professional organizations to stay abreast of the latest changes in the world of dentistry. If you\u2019re ready to be fully restored, you can contact her through her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The time has finally come to get the full restoration you\u2019ve desired. Your local dentist says there are some important steps that you should take in preparation for your procedure. As you read on, you\u2019ll get tips on what you should eat, the type of clothes you should wear and other helpful advice to make [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Take These Steps Before Surgery for Dental Implants in Flint<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Before having surgery to have dental implants in Flint inserted, how should you prepare. 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