If you're scheduled for dental implant surgery, you're probably worried about the pain. It's important to note that you'll receive anesthesia for the procedure, so the surgery itself won't be painful. However, you may experience some pain and discomfort following the surgery. The amount of discomfort you experience will depend on your own pain threshold. In most cases, you'll be able to control your pain by using the medication that's prescribed to you. In addition, here are some tips that will help you maintain control of the pain while you recover from dental implant surgery.

Stock Up on the Frozen Vegetables

After your surgery, you're going to experience some discomfort. You're also going to experience some swelling, especially around the implant. While a small amount of swelling is normal, too much swelling can increase the pain you're going to experience. To keep the swelling under control, and to reduce the pain, you'll want to apply ice to the area for several days following the surgery. Frozen vegetables are a great way to apply ice without the discomfort of ice cubes. Prior to surgery, stock up on frozen vegetables. Once you're home from surgery, use the bags to reduce swelling and discomfort. All you'll need to do is grab a bag out of the freezer and place it on your jaw.

Don't Stop Your Pain Reliever Too Soon

After surgery, you'll need to take a pain reliever for at least the first few days. Whether you need to use prescription pain medication, or you can control the pain with over-the-counter medication, you don't want to stop your pain reliever too soon. It's much easier to control the pain by keeping it away than to try and get it back under control once it's raging again. If you notice an increase in pain, you should contact your dentist as soon as possible.

Give Yourself Permission to Kick Back and Relax

After your implant surgery, you may be tempted to get back to a normal routine as soon as possible. While that might seem like a good thing to do, trying to do too much, too soon, can lead to serious complications, including increased bleeding, swelling, and pain. Once you've had your surgery, give yourself permission to kick back and relax for at least the first few days after the procedure.

Now that you're preparing for your dental implant surgery, make sure you're ready for the pain relief. In addition to the instructions, you'll receive from your dentist, use the methods described above to help control the pain and discomfort associated with your dental implant services.