Does Getting Dental Implants Hurt?

Are dental implants painful? Here’s what you need to know

If you’re considering dental implants and have just learned about what the procedure involves, the first question must be, “Does getting dental implants hurt?” And you’re not alone; it’s a common concern for many patients, even if they’re not typically nervous patients.At first, many patients might be unsure or apprehensive about getting dental implants fitted because they fear the procedure might be painful. But allow us to put your mind at ease and mitigate any of your worries. The dental implant procedure is generally pain-free, with the only thing you’ll feel during placement being pressure.In fact, some deep clean hygiene sessions can feel a bit more heavy-duty.

How we’ll keep any discomfort minimal

While the dental implant procedure is considered invasive, the treatment itself is relatively straightforward and pain-free. It takes around one hour to place one implant.With the procedure being carried out under local anesthetic, patients will have numbed nerves, which will prevent them from feeling any pain during the procedure.Some pressure can be expected sometimes, but it’s not the type that will cause discomfort. What about side effects?

What to expect from the procedure:

Even though dental implant placement is considered a minor invasive surgical procedure, advances in prosthetic dentistry mean that the experience is much more comfortable than expected.At our London practice, patient comfort and confidence are a top priority. By combining clinical expertise, anaesthesia, and tailored aftercare, we can help ensure the process is as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Using local anaesthetic, Dr Gutierres completely numbs the surgical site, which includes the gums and surrounding tissues. As the jawbone itself contains no nerve endings, it’s the soft tissues like the gums that will actually cause most of the discomfort, which is why they’re numbed.

This means that during the procedure, you’ll only feel some slight pressure and not experience any pain. You’ll likely be surprised by how tolerable and straightforward the placement is, with most patients comparing it to having a standard dental filling placed in terms of sensation.

Pain-free facts

From a clinical perspective and medical point of view, patients need to understand that the implant is placed into the jawbone, which itself does not contain any nerve endings, and thus significantly reduces the potential for pain.

• Completed under local anaesthetic or sedation for nervous patients.
• The implants are placed in the jaw, which has no nerve endings.
• Pain relief medication might be given to you before the procedure to avoid post-op discomfort.
• Post-op, you can expect some discomfort around your gums as you heal.
• The pain level following surgery is reported to be around 3-4 during the first 48 hours, and it is compared to a dull ache.

With Maida Smiles, we will provide detailed aftercare instructions to support optimal healing and help you feel your best during recovery.Expect guidance from maintenance and diet to medication and tips to manage swelling.

Extra measures you can take if you’re nervous

As dentists, we understand that pain is relative. Sometimes a bad dental memory or experience is all that it takes to make a procedure feel frightening or more painful than it actually is. That’s why, for our nervous or phobic patients, we offer dental sedation to make the process feel that much better.Using IV sedation, we can keep you conscious during the procedure, but in a state where you feel utterly relaxed and calm, feeling no pain or anxiety whatsoever.If you have any more concerns regarding the procedure, or want to learn about it in more detail during a consultation with one of our treatment coordinators for free, you can book an appointment online to see us.