Dental implants.. who's had them.. complications

I haven't had my upper 6th tooth for a long time, and only 1mm of bone remains. During the consultation, they told me that I need a lot of bone grafting, meaning the surgery is complicated, and there's no guarantee we'll achieve the necessary bone volume. They estimated the cost at around 100,000 rubles for all this (in the Urals region), while the average income in our city is 15,000-25,000 rubles, so it's very expensive. For now, I've put this issue on the back burner. I'm getting by without the tooth, but my other 6th teeth are also on their last legs. Just thinking about what lies ahead is overwhelming.

A bruise appeared under my eye after the bone graft procedure. The swelling traveled down my cheek and eventually resulted in this. My digestive system was a bit off for a day due to the antibiotics. Other inconveniences included the stitches (which I could feel) and the need to maintain a soft-liquid diet to avoid damaging the gum stretched over the graft site (otherwise, it would all be for nothing).

It hurts - it doesn't hurt. It doesn't really matter anymore. The important thing is that everything heals properly.

I had the upper six done. The implant was placed quickly, along with a sinus lift at the same time, faster than treating a cavity. I came home, applied something cold, and didn't even take antibiotics, only used a healing gel on the gum. Nothing hurt. Everything healed, and after 3 months, I got the actual tooth placed. Absolutely no complications at all, even though I was prepared for them.

At the military academy, they always perform sinus lifts.

I had two teeth done, it didn't hurt, they did sedation with an IV injection. I could hear the implantologist when he told me to open and close my mouth, etc. When I came to, I thought nothing had even started yet. In the end, I spat out bone fragments and went home an hour later. Then I took painkillers for a couple of days. Everything healed well.

And what answers are you expecting, author? This is a routine procedure; an implantologist installs implants for six patients in a single day, and it's not even certain that it's just one per person. It's something special for you. As with any surgical intervention, there are specific limitations. There are contraindications. Go to a specific doctor and ask all your questions there.

How is that sedation in the vein? Sedation is laughing gas. And general anesthesia now also comes in the form of a mask with gas. General anesthesia through the vein is only practiced in abdominal surgeries; it's not necessary in dentistry.

I'm waiting for reviews from people who've actually been through this, because everywhere it's just advertising... I've already spoken with doctors, they tell me how everything is rosy, for them it might be routine, but for me it's a terrible stress... and I need to mentally prepare myself or just give up and walk around without teeth (sobbing)

Honestly, why do I even need an implant? Because the last "very expensive and competent doctor" ruined my abutment tooth for a bridge. They put the bridge on, and then it turned out that during the root canal, they perforated the tooth wall. So, a big hello to the new bridge, and consequently to the tooth as well. Damaging a healthy canine and the second tooth as supports for the bridge is not an option—they already messed up my fourth tooth, which, to be fair, was already damaged but alive with a root. And you—it's just routine for you. They can't even properly extract a nerve. And now, implantation. Of course, I'm just hysterical now.

I have 9 implants on the upper jaw, done in the first stage all at once under general anesthesia, with a sinus lift and a lot of bone grafting, along with the implants themselves. The swelling lasted for two weeks, and I couldn't sneeze. One suture had to be stitched three times because it kept coming apart due to some strain. My face was asymmetrical for about three weeks, my gums were swollen, and I couldn't wear the removable denture. Thirteen teeth had been removed. After three weeks, I adjusted the denture and put it on, and a month later, I vacationed in Cuba. The second stage was six months later. Taking impressions and installing everything, plus veneers on the lower and remaining upper teeth, went smoothly under simple anesthesia. It's been six years now. I'm as happy as can be. I use a water flosser and get professional cleanings. The bridges are on temporary cement because the doctor thought it would be easier to remove them if needed without breaking them. It was very expensive, but the doctor was the best available, with awards in implantology. I had a fever after the first stage, but on the bright side, I lost weight fabulously since I was eating through a straw ;) Don't be afraid; it's just that when it's a lot, it doesn't happen often, but it doesn't last more than two weeks for anyone. And, by the way, I've become more careful with my words after such an investment in my jaw ;)

Why are people so spineless?

How old are you?

What stress are you talking about? It takes about forty minutes to place the bone graft (it's bloody. Very bloody. And it feels like they're poking into your brain). Then two weeks of dietary restrictions, and after that, you have to be careful not to disturb the gum. A few months later, another CT scan, and then, if everything is fine, the actual implantation. That part is actually quick and painless.

Yeah right. There is intravenous sedation and there is sedation with gaseous drugs. In my case, there was an anesthesiologist present the whole one and a half hours. They didn't remove the needle. And I was in a painless drowsy state like that.

After I looked into my ex's mouth and was horrified! He has no molars, neither upper nor lower, at least he has front teeth, but still, he somehow chews food. I realized that even on... no need for those implants.

Oh, I don't know... I lost my lower teeth back in school. Three clinics told me my bone was too thin and needed grafting, another one said my bones were fine, and yet another said, "We'll install the thinnest ones, get your tests done and come back." Well, they screwed in three of them right away. Nothing terrible, it didn't hurt by nighttime. Everything's fine, they've taken well, and I'm satisfied.

Yes, doctors are right, the state of Russians' teeth is catastrophic.

Take Persen or Tenoten and go for it. Other people's experiences are just other people's experiences, and they vary.
You will have your own.

Because above the upper jaw there's the maxillary sinus, which can easily be damaged by an implant, leading to complications. And first of all, you're talking about a 4, you might as well write about a 1, and second, your timeframe is indeed short.
At least don't sign off like you're a doctor or something. It's embarrassing for our medicine.

Because above the upper jaw is the maxillary sinus, which can easily be damaged by an implant, leading to complications. In your case, first, it's the 4th tooth—you might as well write about the 1st tooth—and second, the timeframe is indeed short.
You shouldn't even sign off as a doctor, should you? It's embarrassing for our medicine.

What's with the aggression??? I only wrote that a sinus lift isn't always necessary for the upper jaw!!! You need to get proper scans and consult an experienced doctor; otherwise, yes, they'll tell you to do anything just to squeeze extra money out of you. I repeat: sinus lift is not always needed for the upper jaw.

I had implants placed in my upper and lower jaws to replace two missing teeth I've had since youth. Bone grafting was performed. Before the procedure, I underwent tests and a 3D jaw scan so the doctor could plan the implant placement and bone augmentation. There's no need to be afraid—the anesthesia was strong, and I didn't feel anything except for an unpleasant sound, like asphalt being crushed. I didn't have to spit anything out because the assistant was nearby helping the surgeon. At the very beginning, they held my head to prevent me from jerking due to fear when hearing the bone drilling sound. Be sure to ask your doctor in advance what medication to take after the surgery, as the anesthesia wears off in about 30 minutes. After suturing the gum, they should take an X-ray immediately to check the implant placement.

Upon returning home, I took the painkiller as recommended by the surgeon, followed by antibiotics. I immediately applied an ice bottle to reduce the swelling (the surgeon had advised preparing it in advance). The stitches were removed after a week without any interference or separation. Later, a gum former will be placed. After three months, a crown was placed on the upper jaw, and one month later, on the lower jaw. These are the typical healing times for implants in the jaws.

You didn't even understand what I wrote. Read it a few more times, look up on Wikipedia what the maxillary sinuses look like and where they're located. Above which teeth.
PS this is just f***ing ridiculous, not a doctor.

It's been 3 years, everything's fine.

Last year, I had two implants on the top (5 and 6) and one on the bottom. Well, like probably everyone, at first it's scary (and you don't really feel like doing it, let's be honest), but you go, start the procedure, and then one thing after another—I mean the stages. A lot depends on the dentist. The first one, as I understood, wasn't very experienced, but he did a good job—thank him. He took a long time and, to screw it in properly, as I understood, he was being overly cautious, taking some additional X-rays (besides CT scans), making some custom molds. But at least we managed without a sinus lift.

Another dentist did the lower one, and I immediately felt his experience and compared it to the previous dentist (at a different clinic). There, the same procedure went so quickly and skillfully that I thought something was wrong. But it's just that kind of dentist—he does this constantly and a lot, with huge experience. Then months of waiting, the next stages, and now I'm so used to them that they feel like my own. Before that, I had bridges; you can live with them too, but mine lasted 18 years, and to replace them, they suggested grinding down the adjacent (perfectly healthy) teeth again, but I already know those teeth are goners—everything under the bridges had deteriorated.

Don't be afraid to get it done; nowadays, these are routine procedures.

Regarding the pain - it was uncomfortable compared to when earlier they had to extract the remains of one tooth (which was exactly where the bridge had been before). There was a complication there, but again thanks to the doctor - he managed to pull it out without cutting the gum. And those two upper implants were also somewhat tedious. Not sharp pain exactly, but the placement felt tedious (like any surgery under local anesthesia - it doesn't exactly hurt, but you "feel everything"). However, the lower implant (the one at the other clinic) the doctor placed as if playing a game. But I think it also depends on the implantation site, I understood that the upper jaw is more difficult.

Afterwards, I took what the doctor prescribed (antibiotics, etc.), but for pain relief I took "Arcoxia". I really liked its effect - literally within minutes the pain disappears. You only take one pill per day, but that's enough. Of course, you should definitely consult your doctor about this. I just liked this medication more than the painkiller the doctor prescribed (Arcoxia was recommended at the pharmacy as a good option after oral surgeries).

By the way, after everything was done, one of the crowns became loose. But I was warned that this rarely happens, but it does occur. I went back and they adjusted it (they make a hole in the crown and tighten it through that...). So don't be afraid of that either - things happen, but everything can be fixed.

Good luck and good health to you!

Because above the upper jaw is the maxillary sinus, which can easily be damaged by an implant, leading to complications. In your case, first, it's the fourth tooth—you might as well write about the first one—and second, the timeframe is indeed short.
You shouldn't even sign off as a doctor, really. It's embarrassing for our medicine.

For the 4th, in my opinion, they don't do sinus lifts. The 5th and 6th are risky; that's where they do bone grafting.

Can someone please explain to me, I can't find exact information, over which teeth is the maxillary sinus located? I have a black cyst on my second tooth, and I'm afraid it might require either an implant or a post.

And why aren't you considering a crown?
Go to the doctor for a consultation and they will tell you everything; it's their job to know where the sinuses are located.

There is no sinus above the second tooth. Bone grafting is not done.

What about above the fourth tooth?

I had 5 implants placed in one session. Today is already the third day. It hardly hurts, and the swelling has gone down. But I must say, the process of placing them is terribly unpleasant. You feel everything, even under local anesthesia. I wouldn't do it under general anesthesia. There are many nerves in the face. There should still be communication with the doctor, but under general anesthesia, anything can happen.

Modern anesthesia allows you not to think about pain at all. As for the sensations after surgery—just take some painkillers for a couple of days, and that's it. The main thing is to follow the doctor's instructions, remember to care for the wound, and everything will be okay. It's also very important whose hands you end up in and what kind of implant is placed. I had a Nobel implant done three years ago on the lower jaw, and everything is fine. If there are indications and no contraindications, don't even think twice—just do it.

Hello! Regarding dental implants, I can certainly say go for it, but what difference does it make whether it's in Russia or not? I think flying to another country just for dental implants is a bit silly, and we have very good clinics and specialists here—you just need to look around. I personally really like the Center for Aesthetic Dentistry; they use the latest technology and provide excellent customer service, so you can confidently reach out to them. Here's a link: http://axiomadental.ru/—you can check it out and then decide whether to contact them or not.

Now it's very hard to find a good doctor. Unfortunately even getting a tooth pulled has become a problem(((
Everywhere it's just ads and connections.. I myself couldn't get a tooth extracted for 2 months!!! I can't even wrap my head around it.. how is that even possible. I don't want to do advertising and all that stuff.. but I got lucky.. I met one doctor who actually helped me. And I'm happy that now I have no pain and suffering. My coworker got two implants from Fomenkov Ilya Sergeevich. She's also insanely happy. Unfortunately, I don't even know where he practices now. Maybe there's info about him somewhere on the forums..
Good luck to you!!! And most importantly, good health!

Two years ago, I visited a dental clinic where they strongly recommended that I get two implants. I agreed because the upper right side of my jaw was missing teeth. The result has been excellent; now I even forget that I have implants there. No discomfort in my mouth at all!

I'm in the process... About a month ago, I got 2 implants on the lower right side, and 2 days ago, 3 implants on the lower left. With the addition of bone material—a powder and a membrane... Later, bridges will be attached to them. I understand that the post-surgery sensations depend on the area of the affected surface. For me, it's from the third tooth to the end of the gum, so it's tough. The surgery itself isn't pleasant, of course, but it's not painful under local anesthesia. However, from the moment the anesthesia wears off and for the next two days, it's hard. Especially the first day. Swelling, tongue hurts, throat hurts, gums hurt—from one dose of Ketorol to the next. This is all normal. For me, the hardest part is the prickly stitches; they're very uncomfortable, rubbing and irritating. I cover them with a thick layer of Solcoseryl to completely hide the stitches. By the third day, you start to feel human again. It's expensive. It takes a long time. But the result is worth it. And with 1-2 teeth, there's nothing to worry about at all, I think.

And I've heard that after a sinus lift, there will be complications in about 3-5 years, such as sinusitis, for example. I would like to hear specialists' opinions.

. I do not recommend cheap implants; choose a doctor you trust.

Good afternoon. On November 15th, I had two Nobel implants placed in my upper jaw with a sinus lift. The procedure was painless, but it was very frightening due to the sounds of the bone being drilled, and it was unpleasant having my mouth full of blood.

After the anesthesia wore off, pain set in.
Doctor's orders: Sumamed, 1 tablet; Nise for pain; Desal, 1 tablet; Troxevasin, 1 tablet; Solcoseryl dental paste on the suture after every meal. Do not sneeze. Do not blow your nose, sleep on a high pillow. Swelling appeared almost immediately. Half of the face and the gums are also swollen.

The second and third days were the toughest. The swelling intensified—I thought my cheek would burst! The swelling even reached my eye. My temperature stayed at 37.2°C for two days. I ate only pureed food. After taking Nimesil, which wasn't prescribed to me, I started feeling better—the swelling began to subside, and the pain eased. Today is the sixth day after the surgery. The swelling is almost gone, and the pain is a dull ache that's bearable. I've finished all my medication. I'm rinsing with Miramistin and applying Solcoseryl to the suture. I visited the implantologist for a check-up. I was worried because the part of my cheek where there are no teeth was stitched to the gum. It's very uncomfortable—I can't open my mouth or smile, and my cheek is constantly pulled toward the gum at the suture site. The doctor said it's normal and part of the technique... He mentioned that the cheek tissue will lift, and I'll be able to slip my tongue in there. Also, something white was sticking out of the suture... The doctor examined it, poked around, removed the white stuff (it looked like a piece of cloth), and said everything is fine. Come back in two weeks to have the stitches removed. Now I'm sitting here wondering, is everything really okay? Has anyone else experienced this with their cheek?

Don't be afraid, the most important thing is to choose a competent doctor—that's probably the key! As for me, I have a Miss brand implant, and everything went without complications. I visit the dentist every six months to check my teeth, and the rest of the time, I don't even notice it.

A week and a half ago, I had two Straumann implants placed—both lower second molars on each side, done in one day. I had been missing those teeth for 20 years (the permanent teeth didn't develop roots after the baby teeth were extracted). In such cases, bone grafting is usually necessary, but after reviewing the CT scan, the doctor said short implants could be placed without grafting. The surgery itself was tolerable—more scary than painful—but the recovery was rough. I had the procedure on a Sunday evening and went to work on Monday, which was a mistake. If possible, it's better to take a couple of days off for recovery. The first few days were tough: swelling, difficulty opening my mouth, and constant painkillers (Nimesil). By the end of the second day, things started to ease up. Interestingly, the left and right sides felt completely different and had different sutures (and different implants). The left side hurt and swelled more initially but healed faster, while the right side still aches when chewing. For the first week, I didn’t just eat soft food—it had to be liquid, everything blended or baby food. Of course, getting both sides done at once is challenging, but I’d rather suffer once, and it’s also better to take antibiotics just one time.

I am 57 years old. Today is the eighth day since they placed the upper left 6 and 7 back in position plus a sinus lift. The first two days, my cheek swelled up and I had a huge bruise. I immediately started taking Ketonal, antibiotics, and antibacterial medications, rinsing with chlorhexidine, and as of today, vitamins, Calcium D3 Nycomed, and Omega-3. So far, I only regret having it done; I wish I had chosen something else. And I'm very afraid of having the stitches removed. The swelling was severe, and there was a bruise, and my gum is still swollen and warm, although I haven't had a fever.

Now that's an example))) I'm genuinely impressed by you))) Yesterday I got two implants, swelling... I went online to read - horrors everywhere, but you just lifted my mood!

Olga, good afternoon. Could you tell me on which day your gum swelling went down? It's been 9 days for me. But my gum is red with severe swelling. I'M WORRIED....