{"id":12767,"date":"2026-08-31T00:40:06","date_gmt":"2026-08-30T23:40:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.implantarex.com\/sin-categorizar\/does-getting-a-dental-implant-hurt\/"},"modified":"2026-08-31T00:40:06","modified_gmt":"2026-08-30T23:40:06","slug":"does-getting-a-dental-implant-hurt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.implantarex.com\/en\/blog-en\/does-getting-a-dental-implant-hurt\/","title":{"rendered":"Does getting a dental implant hurt?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Getting a dental implant does not hurt during the procedure, because it is performed under local anaesthesia and the area is completely numb. In the following days there may be mild discomfort and some swelling, similar to an extraction, which are well controlled with the prescribed medication. Most patients get back to their routine the next day.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>What you feel during the surgery<\/h2>\n<p>This is the most common question, and the answer reassures almost everyone: with local anaesthesia you will feel no pain. At most you will notice some pressure or a slight vibration while the specialist works, but no pain. Placing an implant is usually simpler and quicker than people imagine, and in expert hands it is a very controlled procedure.<\/p>\n<h2>The option of conscious sedation<\/h2>\n<p>If you feel anxious about the dentist, or the treatment is longer, conscious sedation is available. It is a technique that keeps you relaxed and calm throughout the procedure, without losing consciousness, and makes time pass much faster. It is highly valued by patients who have avoided the dentist for years out of fear.<\/p>\n<h2>Recovery, phase by phase<\/h2>\n<p>The first 48 hours bring the most swelling. It is normal to feel mild discomfort, some puffiness in the area and occasionally a small bruise. None of this usually stops you from leading a normal life. From the third day the improvement is very noticeable, and after a week most patients hardly feel anything. With the prescribed painkillers and anti-inflammatories, the discomfort is perfectly manageable.<\/p>\n<h2>How to ease the discomfort<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply cold on the outside of the cheek at intervals during the first hours to reduce swelling.<\/li>\n<li>Eat soft, cool food during the first days and avoid chewing on the operated side.<\/li>\n<li>Do not smoke: tobacco noticeably slows down healing.<\/li>\n<li>Follow the medication and hygiene instructions you are given to the letter.<\/li>\n<li>Rest on the day of the procedure and avoid intense physical effort at first.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You will find every detail in our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.implantarex.com\/blog\/cuidados-despues-de-un-implante-dental\/\">care after a dental implant<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Myths about implant pain<\/h2>\n<p>Many people believe that getting an implant is more painful than an extraction, and it is usually the other way round: countless patients describe the implant recovery as easier. Another common myth is thinking of it as long, aggressive surgery. In most straightforward cases, placing a single implant is resolved in one short session.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<h3>I am very afraid of the dentist. What can I do?<\/h3>\n<p>Conscious sedation is ideal for anxious patients. It allows the treatment to be carried out calmly and without unpleasant memories, and many people who avoided the dentist for years describe it as the thing that changed the experience for them.<\/p>\n<h3>How long does the discomfort last after surgery?<\/h3>\n<p>Most patients notice a clear improvement from the third day, and practically no discomfort after a week.<\/p>\n<h3>Will I need time off work?<\/h3>\n<p>In most straightforward cases no, and you can get back to your routine the next day. For more extensive procedures, the specialist will guide you according to your case.<\/p>\n<h3>Does the implant hurt once it is in place?<\/h3>\n<p>No. Once healed and integrated, the implant cannot be felt and does not hurt. It works like any other tooth.<\/p>\n<p>Worried about pain, or afraid of the procedure? Tell us about your case with no obligation and we will explain all the options, including sedation. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.implantarex.com\/contacto\/\">Book an appointment here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Getting a dental implant does not hurt during the procedure, because it is performed under local anaesthesia and the area is completely numb. In the following days there may be mild discomfort and some swelling, similar to an extraction, which are well controlled with the prescribed medication. Most patients get back to their routine the &#8230; <a title=\"Does getting a dental implant hurt?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.implantarex.com\/en\/blog-en\/does-getting-a-dental-implant-hurt\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Does getting a dental implant hurt?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[100],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-12767","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog-en"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.implantarex.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12767","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.implantarex.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.implantarex.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.implantarex.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.implantarex.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12767"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.implantarex.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12767\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.implantarex.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12767"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.implantarex.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12767"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.implantarex.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12767"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}