In this Article

• What are dental implants?
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of dental implants?
• How successful are dental implants?
• Can anyone get dental implants?
• Does insurance cover the cost of dental implants?
• What is involved in getting a dental implant?
• How painful are dental implants?
• How do I care for my implant?
• Dental Implants Index
• Find a local Doctor in your town

How Painful Are Dental Implants?

Most people who have received dental implants say that there is very little discomfort involved in the procedure. Local anesthesia can be used during the procedure, and most patients report that implants involve less pain than a tooth extraction.

After the dental implant, mild soreness can be treated with over-the-counter pain medications, such as Tylenol or Motrin.

How Do I Care for My Implant?

Dental implants require the same care as real teeth, including brushing, flossing, and regular dental check-ups.

Reviewed by the doctors at The Cleveland Clinic Department of Dentistry.

Reviewed by Jay H. Rosoff, DDS, on March 1, 2007

Edited by Charlotte E. Grayson, MD, on May 1, 2005.

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