Page 52 - Southdown Dental Implant Book

Five: Do Dental Implants Hurt? | 51 3. AFTER THE PROCEDURE As I mentioned, discomfort during the proce- dure is minimal – and post-operative discomfort is often very limited, and can be controlled or managed. Some people even find that after the anesthesia wears off, they just feel a little discom- fort that over the counter medication can eliminate. (However dentists usually prescribe something a little stronger for discomfort, just in case.) *Note: Depending on which method of seda- tion you and your dentist choose, you may need someone to drive you home after your procedure.