My dad recently got these dental implants where they basically replaced all his upper teeth using only four screws. Pretty amazing how quick the recovery was...he's already eating steak again, lol. Curious if anyone else has experience or tips about this kinda thing?
My daughter had something similar done about a year ago when she lost most of her upper teeth due to an accident. Hers isn't exactly the same method your dad had (I think hers used five screws?), but pretty similar concept overall. Honestly, I was amazed at how quickly she bounced back too—within just a few weeks, she was eating apples and crunchy stuff again without any issues.
Did your dad have any soreness or swelling afterward? My daughter had some mild discomfort for a few days, but nothing major. One thing our dentist recommended was to keep up with regular cleanings and hygiene appointments because apparently plaque can still build up around implants. Has your dad heard anything similar from his dentist?
Anyway, glad to hear he's doing well and enjoying steak again...that's gotta be a relief after dental work like that.
"Did your dad have any soreness or swelling afterward? My daughter had some mild discomfort for a few days, but nothing major."
That's reassuring to hear. I'm scheduled to have a similar procedure (the four-screw method) next month, and honestly, I've been pretty anxious about the recovery. My dentist mentioned mild swelling and soreness are common, but manageable with standard pain meds. He also emphasized regular hygiene visits—said implants aren't immune to plaque buildup. Glad your daughter bounced back quickly; hoping my experience goes just as smoothly...
