Does It Hurt to Get a Dental Implant?

Dental implants are generally much less invasive than people expect, often easier than having a tooth removed. With the method we use, the procedure is on par with other routine dental treatments. You’ll receive local anesthetic, so you shouldn’t feel pain during the placement, and most patients tolerate it very well.

 

Recovery is usually manageable. We rely heavily on surgical guides, which allow us to perform “flapless surgery.” That means no large incisions and no aggressive bone removal. While I don’t want to downplay the experience, the typical recovery involves mild soreness for a few days, though nothing beyond what most patients handle with standard dental procedures.

 

I prescribe antibiotics and a stronger pain medication so you’re covered once the numbness wears off. I also recommend taking the first dose before the anesthesia fades to stay ahead of any discomfort.

 

Soreness usually peaks around day two, just like it does after an extraction, and then steadily improves. The key during this period is allowing the bone to heal and stabilize around the threads of the implant.

 

If you or someone you love is struggling with missing teeth or loose dentures, contact Big Sky Dentures & Implants in Missoula, MT, for a free implant consultation to learn how our life-changing treatments can enhance your smile, improve your function, and restore your self-confidence.