{"id":849,"date":"2024-08-05T19:10:02","date_gmt":"2024-08-05T19:10:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pittsburghissmiling.com\/blog\/?p=849"},"modified":"2024-08-26T19:12:32","modified_gmt":"2024-08-26T19:12:32","slug":"post-placement-diet-dental-implants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pittsburghissmiling.com\/blog\/2024\/08\/05\/post-placement-diet-dental-implants\/","title":{"rendered":"The Post-Placement Diet for Dental Implants"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dental implants<\/a> offer many health benefits, one of which is improved nutrition thanks to an expanded menu of safe foods. However, after your first placement, there\u2019s still a little bit further left to go in your journey towards culinary freedom. Eating the wrong foods could disrupt the healing process, resulting in prolonged treatment or even implant failure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To avoid complications and promote a smooth recovery, it\u2019s best to listen to your dentist\u2019s diet instructions. Keep reading to get a taste of what to expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Post-Op Menu Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In general, you\u2019ll want to stick to soft, squishy, mild foods. Anything hard, chewy, or spicy could cause you discomfort at best, and treatment-interfering problems at worst. Most aren\u2019t used to eating this way for long periods of time, so it might be difficult to think of ways to balance your nutrition and flavors. That\u2019s what lists like this are for! Don\u2019t be afraid to explore the internet for ideas if you get stuck with meal planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protein Hacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Proteins help you heal by repairing muscle, skin, and tissue. However, most meats are too tough, and nuts are too hard for newly placed implants. Instead, reach for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n