After full mouth extractions, you can expect some swelling and tenderness, so it's important for you to follow these aftercare instructions.

#1 Rest - Rest and keep your head elevated at night for at least the first 24 hours, but preferably the first 4 days.

#2 Ice - Apply ice to the areas affected for 20 mins at a time with 10 mins off in between for the first 48 hours.

#3 Pain Meds - Take prescribed pain meds for severe pain and then alternate Tylenol with Ibuprofen every 3 to 4 hours for mild discomfort.

#4 Diet - Soft food are on the menu because they are easier to swallow. You want to avoid anything that can get stuck in stitches or extraction sockets.

#5 Hydration - Make sure you take in plenty of fluids, but avoid using a straw.

#6 Rinsing - Your doctor may prescribe a prescription mouthwash to use. Use it as prescribed, but do not overuse it as it has alcohol in it. Warm salt water rinses after your first day pre operatively every 4 hours and after meals will help keep your mouth clean and help you heal quicker.

#7 Smoking - Quitting smoking is the best thing with complex dental surgeries. However, if you can’t quit avoiding it for the first 5 days after surgery is recommended.

#8 Swelling - Swelling is normal in some cases and usually peaks around day 3 post surgery.

#9 Sore Throat - A sore throat is common especially if IV anesthesia was used.

#10 Medications - Antibiotics and occasionally steroids may be prescribed. If that is the case with you be sure you take all of your medication.

#11 Follow-up with your dentist as instructed.

What to expect with extractions and new dentures.

All steps you see under extractions care applies as well as the following:

#1 Denture Wear - Your new dentures should be kept in for the first 24 hours including while sleeping or until your post op appointment with your dentist unless there is excessive bleeding or soreness. Please be aware that you will have swelling around the 3 to 4 day mark so if you choose to take them out at that point you will likely not be able to get them back in.

#2 Cleaning - After the first 24 hours you can remove to rinse with warm salt water and brush your denture with some toothpaste, but I would put it back in immediately after that.

#3 Diet - Start off with a soft food diet for the first week or so avoiding any hard or chewy foods. after that you can start cutting your food in small pieces to learn how to chew with your new dentures.

#4 Swelling - Again you will most likely swell around the 3rd or 4th day so keeping your denture in will prevent you from not being able to get it back in if you take it out.

#5 Hydration - Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids and drinking protein drinks if you are unable to eat anything. Avoid alcohol or carbonated beverages.

Dentures take time to get used to. My advice is to keep them in and keep working at it a little each day. If you give up so easily you’ll never get used to them!!!

What to expect after single implant surgery.

After a single dental implant is placed you can expect some swelling, minor bleeding, tenderness or discomfort around the surgical site, and possibly bruising. These are all normal and should gradually subside within a few days.

Remember as with any major mouth work the 3rd day is usually always the worse. This is because it takes the body time to catch up with the trauma that it just went through. **

Your dentist will likely prescribe some pain medication to manage the discomfort. Alternating Tylenol and Ibuprofen are also very helpful for pain control.

Stick to a soft food diet while the area heals and no direct pressure on the implant for 3 months while it osseointegrates.

Follow all post-op instructions from your dentist to ensure proper healing.

Key Points To Remember:

#1 Swelling and Bruising - This is the most common side effect peaking around day 3. It will gradually reduce in the following days. Applying cold compresses will help manage the swelling.

#2 Pain - See Above.

#3 Minor Bleeding - See Above.

#4 Dietary Restrictions - Soft foods, foods that require minimal chewing and no direct pressure to the implant site.

#5 Oral Hygiene - Gently brush and floss around the implant site, but follow your dentist’s instructions.

#6 Follow-Up Appointments - It is very important to keep your follow-up appointments to ensure proper healing and implant placement. Also to make sure the implant is osseointegrated with the jawbone.

CONTACT YOUR DENTIST IF -

High fever

Pus from the surgical site

Any redness or sign of infection

Or severe pain, excessive bleeding, or swelling that does not improve.

What to expect after 3on6/All on 4 or All on X?

If you are about to have a full mouth restoration surgery like an All on 4 or All on X or 3on6 here is what you can expect.

#1 These surgeries are different so the outcome after surgery is going to be different.

#2 With the All on 4 or All on X you can expect to experience some swelling, bruising, pain, and discomfort around the surgery sites and typically peaking around the 3rd or 4th day and then gradually subsiding over time. The 3rd day is usually always the worse. You may experience some jaw stiffness as well, but it’s important to follow your dentist’s post-op instructions regarding your medications, hygiene, dietary restrictions, and when to call them in case of an emergency.

Any full mouth implant cases will call for a soft food diet likely for the first 3 months while your implants are osseointegrating. This is very important to follow as any direct pressure on those implants can cause them to fail.

#3 With the 3on6 or 4on8 surgery you can expect some mild discomfort and tenderness and minor swelling around the surgical sites, but it is unlikely to have any major bruising, pain, or swelling with this procedure. This is because the providers take their time when extracting your teeth as to preserve your bone and gum tissue so there is a lot less trauma. Any pain or discomfort with the 3on6 usually peaks around day 3 or 4 as well, and then gradually subsiding over time. The 3rd day is usually always the worse.

It’s important to follow your dentist’s post-op instructions regarding your medications, hygiene, dietary restrictions, and when to call them in case of an emergency.

Just like the All on 4 or All on X, the 3on 6 will call for a soft food diet for the first 3 months while your implants are osseointegrating. This is very important to follow as any direct pressure on those implants can cause them to fail.

Keys points to remember for both:

#1 Pain or Swelling - See above as it is different for each procedure.

#2 Bleeding - Minor bleeding can be expected in the first couple of days.

#3 Bruising - See above as it depends on the procedure.

#4 Dietary Restrictions - Soft diet for both meaning foods that require minimal chewing. You should avoid putting direct pressure on the surgical sites.

#5 Jaw Stiffness - This is not uncommon for the first couple of days. You may experience difficulty opening your mouth due to muscle tension.

#6 Oral Hygiene - Follow your dentist’s specific post-op instructions for cleaning.

#7 Follow-up Appointments - These are crucial to monitor your healing and ensure proper implant placement.

WHEN TO CONTACT YOUR DENTIST:

Severe pain not manageable with medication.

Excessive bleeding, discharge.

Signs of infection like a fever or pus.

Significant swelling that worsens after a couple days.

Difficulty breathing or swallowing.