Detailed aftercare guide for dental implants at Elonix Clinic. Swelling timeline, pain management, food restrictions, warning signs and day-by-day recovery.
Most dental implant patients at Elonix Clinic expect dramatic pain and bleeding. In reality, modern minimally invasive protocols mean 80% of single-implant patients take only paracetamol and eat normally by day three. This guide describes what genuinely happens hour by hour.
Swelling peaks at 48-72 hours - not immediately. Bruising may appear under the jaw or on the neck and is completely normal. Sleep with your head raised on two pillows.
| Day | Texture | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| 0-1 | Cool liquid | Yogurt, smoothie, broth |
| 2-3 | Soft | Mashed potato, scrambled egg, pasta |
| 4-7 | Semi-soft | Fish, rice, cooked vegetables |
| 8+ | Normal (avoid site) | Everything except chewing on implant |
Call Elonix Clinic immediately if you experience: swelling that increases after day 4, fever above 38.5C, numbness that persists beyond 48 hours, pus discharge or bleeding that will not stop after 30 minutes of firm pressure.
Use a soft toothbrush, daily interdental brushes and a non-alcohol mouthwash. Book a professional hygiene visit every 6 months. For personalised aftercare questions, send photos via WhatsApp to Elonix Clinic at any time.
The first three nights after implant surgery determine how much morning swelling you wake up with. Always sleep with your head elevated above your heart using two or three firm pillows arranged in a wedge. Sleeping flat allows fluid to pool in facial tissues overnight, dramatically worsening swelling. Avoid sleeping directly on the side of the surgery and do not bury your face in the pillow. A small towel under the pillowcase protects linens from any minor drool or seepage that is completely normal in the first 48 hours post-implant.
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