What You Should Eat and Drink After All-On-4 Surgery

Receiving All-On-4 dental implants is an exciting reality for individuals experiencing tooth loss. Being able to eat like normal and embrace a better quality of life is what most patients look forward to the most. But how can you better prepare for life after All-On-4 surgery? What foods and drinks will you be able to consume without delaying or compromising the successful placement of your implants? A local dentist explains how you can better prepare for your upcoming procedure.

What is All-On-4 Recovery Like?

As it is with any type of oral surgery, you can expect there to be some discomfort in the days and weeks following your procedure. It’s important that you have the appropriate information to avoid potential complications that might arise (i.e., dental implant failure, peri-implantitis). Apart from the pain medication you’ll likely need to take to reduce soreness, you’ll also need to be prepared to:

• Keep up with your oral hygiene routine by brushing your teeth 24 hours after surgery
• Get plenty of rest
• Reduce physical/strenuous activity for nearly one week

Which Foods and Drinks Are Best to Consume?

In the days and weeks following your surgery, you will be required to make changes to your diet. Allowing your implant posts to heal thoroughly and fuse with the bone is essential to the success of your treatment. This is why you will need to stick to a liquid diet in the first 1-2 weeks after surgery. Whether it is smoothies, broth, milk, strained meat, protein shakes, or ice cream, making sure you are not placing additional pressure on your implants is key.

After a few weeks go by, you can expect to transition to a soft food diet, which you will remain on until you reach the three-month mark. This allows your implant posts to fuse with the bone and ensure firm placement. Some of the best foods to choose include:

• Mashed potatoes
• Eggs
• Bananas or soft fruits
• Cooked pasta
• Soft bread
• Oatmeal
• Cheese
• Chili
• Yogurt
• Hummus

Throughout your All-On-4 recovery, a few things can be helpful when attempting to stick to these different types of foods. Using a blender or food processor can help when attempting to eat something that requires a softer texture. Also, make sure you drink plenty of water, as you’ll need to remain hydrated and avoid bacterial accumulations.

Thinking about what you can stock up ahead of time will ensure that you are ready to go once your new teeth are in place. Don’t be afraid to ask your dentist for suggestions so that you can remain steadfast on your journey toward a healthier, fully functional smile.

About the Author
Dr. Mark Simeone understands the difficulties patients face when dealing with tooth loss. Offering All-On-4 implants, he and his team can deliver outstanding results. By equipping patients with helpful tips to use at home during recovery, Dr. Simeone can limit the potential for complications so that individuals will enjoy optimal functionality once they’re fully healed. Contact us at (610) 383-1600 to learn how we can help you.