After years of dealing with weak dentures, you’re thrilled to have All-on-4 implants. You can’t wait to dig into a juicy, chewy steak.
But your implant dentist says you’ll have to wait a little bit longer.
You wouldn’t run a marathon the day after having surgery. You have to heal in stages and build back up your stamina. Recovering from All-on-4 surgery is similar in that you may have your teeth on the same day as your surgery, but they’re not ready to handle a steak dinner instantly. Keep reading for a detailed guide about what you can and cannot eat or drink right after All-on-4 surgery, up to 2 weeks after surgery, and up to 3 months afterward.
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