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Dental implants<\/a> have allowed millions of people to achieve beautiful, functional, and complete smiles after tooth loss, and they boast an impressive success rate of over 95%. These devices are surgically inserted into the jawbone through a painless procedure to give them the sturdy foundation they need to exert almost all the chewing power of natural teeth. Here\u2019s a brief overview of a few tips for how you can prepare for this procedure so you can maximize your chances of success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Should I Prepare in the Weeks Before My Procedure?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are often several months between a dental implant patient\u2019s initial consultation and their surgical procedure, so you\u2019ll probably have plenty of time to start preparing early. Tobacco use is horrible for your gums and can damage them or leave them vulnerable to infections that can compromise new or existing implants, so it\u2019s best to refrain from smoking for at least two weeks before your procedure. It\u2019s a great idea to continue not smoking for at least several months afterward and ideal to quit completely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the weeks leading up to your placement surgery, take care to practice excellent oral hygiene by brushing and flossing daily. This will keep your mouth clean and infection-free, which can set you up for a smooth healing process. It\u2019s also important to take any prescribed medications as instructed before your appointment. If you will receive dental sedation during your procedure, you\u2019ll have to arrange for a trusted individual to drive you home and keep an eye on you for several hours afterward while the drug wears off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Should I Prepare on the Day of My Procedure?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On the day of your dental implant placement procedure, eat a good breakfast and thoroughly clean your teeth by brushing and flossing. If you are receiving oral conscious sedation, remember to take the sedative as instructed before arriving at your dentist\u2019s office. You can expect to be feeling the effects of the anesthesia for several hours after the procedure, so it\u2019s probably best to clear your schedule for the remainder of the day so you have time to rest and recuperate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental implants are the best way to replace lost teeth because they look, work, and feel just like the real thing. By adhering to your dentist\u2019s pre- and post-operative instructions, you can set your prosthetic appliances up for decades of success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dentistry for Life provides the most excellent oral health services available in Lancaster. Led by Drs. Herres and Votilla, the staff ensures that each patient enjoys courteous service and sincere compassion in a clean and welcoming environment. Areas of expertise include general, restorative, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry as well as implant services. To learn more about preparing to receive dental implants, contact the office online<\/a> or dial (717) 569-3911<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Dental implants have allowed millions of people to achieve beautiful, functional, and complete smiles after tooth loss, and they boast an impressive success rate of over 95%. These devices are surgically inserted into the jawbone through a painless procedure to give them the sturdy foundation they need to exert almost all the chewing power of […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-130","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nHow Can I Prepare For Dental Implants? | Dentistry for Life<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Dental implants are placed through a specialized multi-step process. 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