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With a 98% success rate, dental implants<\/a> are a common and reliable way to replace one or more missing teeth. After implant surgery, you will need to temporarily cut out certain foods that can interfere with the healing process. By preparing the right meals after your dental implant surgery, you’ll be setting yourself up for a successful recovery. Here’s a list of foods you should avoid, what to eat instead, and what side-effects to expect from the procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What to Expect After Dental Implant Surgery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Though dental implant surgery is extremely safe, you may experience side effects post-operation. Pain for a few days after surgery is one of the most common side effects. In most cases, this can be alleviated with over-the-counter pain medicine. Since Aspirin can increase the risk of bleeding, make sure to use an Aspirin-free medication. Your doctor may also prescribe you something a little stronger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Swelling is the body’s natural reaction to surgery and another common side effect. It’s most likely to occur near the incision site and usually goes away on its own. Icing the area can also help reduce swelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Serious complications are very rare and should be treated promptly. If an infection develops at the incision site, it needs to be treated as soon as possible to keep it from spreading to other parts of the body. Luckily, most infections can be solved with antibiotics. A few signs of complications include fever, fatigue, and worsening pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Foods to Avoid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Following the proper diet after implant surgery is key to recovering successfully. Some foods you’ll need to avoid include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n