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Timeline & Healing After Dental Treatment
See how long typical treatments take when you travel to Turkey and what to expect as you heal. This overview helps you plan flights, hotels, and recovery with confidence.
Why Understanding Your Timeline Is Important
Knowing how many days you need helps you book the right flights and hotel dates.
Clear expectations reduce stress about work leave, childcare, and recovery time.
Every mouth is different—use these guides, then confirm a personalised plan before you book.
Healing with confidence
Understand when discomfort is normal, when to rest, and when to contact the clinic.
Set aside time for follow-up checks so your final result feels comfortable and stable.
Treatment Timelines at a Glance
Veneers / Crowns
- Consultation and prep
- Lab fabrication
- Fitting and bite checks
Dental Implants
- Surgery and healing checks
- Impressions and final crowns on second visit
All-on-4 / Full Mouth
- Surgery with temporaries
- Follow-ups and bite refinement
Gum Tx / Cleaning / Whitening
- Evaluation and hygiene
- Comfort checks before departure
Example 7-Day Timeline for Veneers or Crowns
- Day 1Arrival & consultation
Exam, scans, photos, and treatment confirmation.
- Day 2Preparation & temporaries
Prep teeth if needed; place comfortable temporaries.
- Day 3–4Lab work / try-in
Lab fabricates; possible try-in for shade/fit.
- Day 5–6Final fitting & adjustments
Seat final work, adjust bite, polish.
- Day 7Final check & return
Review care instructions and travel readiness.
Timeline for Dental Implants (Two Visits)
Visit 1 – Implant Placement
2–3 days- Consultation and planning
- Surgery day with local anesthesia
- Post-op check and travel clearance
Visit 2 – Final Teeth
5–7 days- Impressions or scans
- Try-in / framework checks
- Final fit and bite adjustments
Healing between visits typically ranges from 3–6 months so bone can integrate with the implant before the final teeth are fitted.
Healing After Your Treatment – What to Expect
First 24–48 Hours
Mild pain or swelling is common. Use cold packs, prescribed meds, and rest. Soft foods recommended.
First Week
Sensitivity or tenderness may persist. Keep the area clean with gentle brushing and any prescribed rinses.
Long-Term Healing
Tissues and bite continue to settle. Follow review schedules and report any bite changes or pain.
Pain, Swelling and Comfort
Managing discomfort
Local anesthesia is used during procedures. Mild to moderate soreness is typical afterward; prescribed pain relief and cold packs usually help.
Rest, avoid strenuous activity for a few days, and follow medication and rinse instructions.
Normal vs call us
- Normal: mild swelling, tenderness, small spots of blood.
- Call us: severe pain, heavy bleeding, fever, or bite feels off.
- Call us: swelling that worsens after day 3–4 or any numbness concerns.
What Can You Eat While You Heal?
Veneers / Crowns
- Soft foods for the first days.
- Avoid very hard, sticky, or chewy items.
Implants
- Soft diet; do not chew on the surgical side.
- Follow implant-specific rinse and hygiene guidance.
Gum treatments
- Gentle temperatures; avoid spicy or crunchy foods initially.
- Use prescribed rinses as directed.
Activities & Rest
Plan light walking, avoid heavy exercise for a few days, and follow clinician guidance on returning to work or sports.
How to Look After Your Teeth While Healing
Brushing
Use a soft toothbrush. Avoid brushing directly on surgical sites until cleared; keep other areas clean.
Mouthwash / rinses
Follow prescribed rinses; gentle warm saltwater may be advised. Avoid vigorous swishing early on.
Flossing / interdental
Resume flossing once tissues allow. Use interdental brushes carefully and only when approved.
Night guards
If you grind teeth, ask about a night guard after final restorations are placed.
Healing Timeline by Treatment Type
Veneers & Crowns
- Sensitivity for a few days
- Most feel normal within 1–2 weeks
Implants
- Gum healing in 1–2 weeks
- Bone integration over 3–6 months
All-on-4
- Initial adjustment to temporaries
- Refinement when final teeth are placed
Gum Treatment
- Tenderness and slight bleeding early
- Noticeable comfort improvement in 1–2 weeks
Timeline & Healing – Frequently Asked Questions
Mild soreness is common for a few days. Follow rinsing and medication instructions and contact us if pain worsens.
Get a Personalised Timeline for Your Case
Every mouth is unique. Send your photos or X-rays and we’ll confirm your exact visits, healing time, and budget.
