Implants are made of titanium or titanium alloy. The tooth-like part of the implant is usually made of ceramic material and is designed to look like a natural tooth.

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Dental implant surgery is extremely safe, and most people do not have any complications from implants. However bleeding, swelling and bruising are all common side effects but can be reduced by the medication prescribed by Dr. Kikuchi.  The pain experiences after a dental implant is placed is generally comparable to the pain of having a tooth extracted.

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Every individual is different. It will depend on your specific pain tolerance, what you do for a living, how extensive the surgery was, and how your body heals. Dr. Kikuchi will be able to give you more details about your specific case during your consultation and what to expect after surgery.

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The numbing medication given during surgery typically lasts 3-5 hours. Please take the pain medication prescribed within that time frame. Find out more detail here.

Patients that are scheduled to have surgery under general anesthesia are required to fast for 8 hours. Which means ALL food and liquids, including water, coffee, and juice. A small sip of water for routine medications is accepted. Find out more detail here.

Yes our office does do Teeth in a Day, also known as All on 4’s, or Same Day Teeth, which is a quick and effective procedure to restore your smile.

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Yes and no. If there is sufficient bone and no infection present we may be able to place an implant the same day the tooth is extracted.  Dr. Kikuchi will discuss your specific case and present all your options during your consultation

Typically, you can eat and drink immediately after surgery. There are certain dietary restrictions the day you have the surgery that we strongly encourage. Find out more detail here.

You will have bleeding on and off throughout the first several hours after surgery. Change the gauze every 30 – 60 minutes as needed until bleeding slows down. It is normal to have some oozing around the extraction site for up to 24 hours. Find out more detail here.

Yes, all patients undergoing general anesthesia must have a driver. The driver must stay in the office the whole length of your appointment. Find out more detail here.

















Tobacco products – Dry the mouth, causing bad breath.












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