That chipmunk look is all too familiar—had it myself after my last implant. Swelling hung around longer than I expected, but as long as there’s no fever or weird stuff oozing out, it’s usually just part of the process. I remember thinking the bruising would be the last to go, but nope... swelling stuck around like an uninvited guest. Ice packs helped a bit, but honestly, patience was the real trick. Dental healing never seems to follow the rules!
swelling stuck around like an uninvited guest
I had the same thing after my braces came off and I got an implant. Did your swelling get worse in the mornings? Mine would look way puffier when I woke up, but by the afternoon it settled down a bit. How long did yours last? I iced religiously for the first couple days, but honestly, I’m not sure it made much difference either.
