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How Long Do I Have to Rinse my Mouth with Salt Water After Dental Implant Surgery? When Can I Start Using Mouthwash?

Janice1ashbyApr 27, 2013
I am 28years old and I had dental implant surgery yesterday. I don't smoke or drink alcohol. I want to know essential vitamins and minerals I should to speed up the healing process and also osseointegration.

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Dr. Svetlana Novak, DMD
Dr. Svetlana Novak, DMD
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Answered on May 1, 2013
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Dr. Murray Bruckel, DDS (retired)
Dr. Murray Bruckel, DDS (retired)
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Answered on Jul 14, 2015
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