Pain is a common fear among patients who are considering dental implants. The mere thought of an operation can make anyone cringe, yet the placement of dental implants is far less painful than other dental procedures. Your dentist will perform the operation with the help of local anaesthesia so that your jaw and gums are numb. If you are really afraid of dental procedures you may opt to have sedation too.
Our dental team at Harley Street Dental Clinic has successfully carried out many dental implant operations offering excellent care and catering for the special needs of patients who may feel anxious about the procedure.
Are dental implants painful?
But how painful are dental implants in Harley Street? Local anaesthesia is more than enough to keep patients comfortable. However, the amount of discomfort varies from one individual to the next. If you have dental phobia, then just seeing a needle can be anxiety-inducing and that is why you should talk to your dentist in advance so they can help put you at ease.
It helps to know that the jawbone has fewer nerves than tooth roots, which means dental implant is less painful than you may think; certainly less painful than a root canal or extraction.
Generally, most patients who get treatment for dental implants in Harley Street agree that post-operation pain is not so bad. However, pain and discomfort after an operation for dental implants will be dependent on the complexity of each individual case. Nonetheless, with the prescribed painkillers and anti-inflammatory medication, pain and discomfort are entirely manageable.
If you bleed after the operation, your dentist will ask you to bite lightly on a gauze pad that will be placed over your dental implants to stop the bleeding. You may need to replace the gauze and repeat the procedure for a few hours after the operation. Finally, make sure you get plenty of rest in order to facilitate healing.
Find out more
To find out if dental implants are the right course of treatment for you, talk to one of our implant dentists. All you need to do is get in touch with our friendly administration team to book your consultation.