How to Safely Get Dental Implants in Summer

Hello! Today, I’ve prepared some information for those who are wondering whether it is okay to undergo implant surgery in the summer. Many people plan dental treatment they have been putting off by using summer vacation or a holiday. In particular, if tooth damage is severe or a tooth has fallen out, implant surgery may be necessary. In that case, it is important to visit a dental clinic as soon as possible and make a treatment plan.

Many people are worried about having surgery during the summer, and it seems they are concerned that recovery may be delayed or inflammation may develop because of the hot weather and high humidity. However, the environment inside the mouth is always maintained at a constant level, so it is not greatly affected by the seasons. Instead, there are a few things to keep in mind during the summer.

In summer, people tend to drink a lot of cold beverages and eat a lot of ice cream. Chilled foods such as naengmyeon and makguksu are also eaten often, but these foods can negatively affect the teeth after implant surgery. The habit of alternating between cold and hot foods or eating them together is also common in summer, and this can cause sudden temperature changes in the implant, increasing the risk of damage.

In particular, the habit of biting ice is very dangerous. External pressure can cause cracks in the teeth, and if left untreated, inflammation can easily develop. Also, consuming foods with high acidity or drinks high in sugar can lead to tooth erosion and cavities.

After implant surgery, it is especially important to be careful about food and drink intake. The temperature inside the mouth stays constant regardless of the outside temperature, so having surgery in summer is fine, but for at least two weeks, you should rest enough and be careful with eating and exercise. For about a week, soft and non-irritating foods such as porridge or soup are recommended. You should avoid hot, spicy, salty, and hard foods.

What you should be especially careful about after implant surgery is biting ice. Unlike natural teeth, implants do not have a periodontal ligament, so they can place a strong shock on the gums. As a result, they can interfere with recovery.

Experts advise, “For a satisfying implant, careful and delicate treatment is necessary. In particular, for lower molar implants, they must be placed accurately so as not to affect the nerve that runs below the tooth. If the nerve is affected, numbness or reduced sensation may occur, and recovery can be difficult. For safe and accurate placement, rather than focusing on the timing or season of implant surgery, it is important to carefully check the medical staff’s extensive clinical experience and skill when choosing a dental clinic.”

You can safely undergo implant surgery even in summer, so I hope you won’t worry and will not delay any treatment that is necessary. If you have any questions at any time, please contact us! We will do our best for your dental health.