Dental Implant
Pre-operative Information

Thank you for choosing Jorvik Dental Practice. This guide is designed to help you prepare for your surgery and ensure your recovery is successful. Please read this carefully; if you have any questions, please contact us—we are always happy to help.

Before Your Implant Surgery

Keep Your Mouth Healthy

We recommend using Corsodyl Daily Mouthwash for 2-3 days leading up to your surgery, rinsing 2–3 times each day, unless advised otherwise. This reduces plaque levels and ensures a clean environment for your procedure.

Routine Care & Lifestyle

Brush thoroughly twice daily.
Clean between teeth using floss or interdental brushes.
Avoid smoking, as it significantly affects healing and long-term implant success.

Food Shopping

Recommend purchasing soft foods beforehand:

Soup
Yoghurt
Pasta
Scrambled eggs
Mashed potato
Smoothies
Fish
Rice
Ice cream (without nuts)

Avoid: Nuts, Crisps, Seeds, Hard bread, Steak.

Alcohol

Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before surgery and for at least 24–48 hours afterwards.

Clothing

Comfortable clothing
Short sleeves if blood pressure monitoring is required
Avoid excessive jewellery
Minimal make-up around the mouth

On the Day of Your Appointment

Pain Relief

Take pain relief 30 minutes before your appointment. Options include Ibuprofen 400mg or Paracetamol 1g if you cannot take anti-inflammatories.

Arrival & Logistics

Arrive 10 minutes early for paperwork. Antibiotics will be provided by the practice if required for your specific treatment.

Final Checklist Before Leaving Home

☐ Read this leaflet ☐ Eat normally ☐ Follow specific medication instructions

Advise patients:✔ Eat a normal meal before the appointment.✔ Stay well hydrated.✔ Do not attend on an empty stomach.

Questions? We are here to help. Contact the Jorvik Dental team if you have any concerns.

Dental Implant Pre-operative Information