After the procedure, you may experience some discomfort, such as swelling, bruising, pain, or minor bleeding. This is typical of any type of dental surgery. However, if any of these symptoms are extreme, contact your doctor right away. You may need to take pain medication, either over the counter or prescribed by your doctor. In addition, you'll likely need to eat soft foods while your gums heal.
Although your dental implant procedure won't take long, you should plan to rest and recover for a few days afterward. You may want to ask a friend or family member to help around the house with childcare, cooking, and cleaning. Taking it easy will aid in your recovery and keep any post-procedure pain to a minimum.