Answering the Unusual Questions You’ve Been Too Embarrassed to Ask
When it comes to full arch dental implants, there’s no shortage of clinical explanations and before-and-after photos. But what about the questions that don’t usually make it into the consultation room?
Like...
- Can I kiss my partner after surgery?
- Can I whistle or blow up a balloon with Dental Implants?
- What if I sneeze? Will my implants fall out?
At Nuvia, we’ve heard it all—and we’re here to answer the real questions that are on your mind.
Can I kiss my partner after surgery?
Short answer: Yes—but give it a few days.
Right after surgery, your mouth will be healing. You’ll have swelling, tenderness, and a soft food diet to stick to. Kissing might feel a little uncomfortable at first, not to mention you’ll want to avoid putting much pressure on your new smile.
We typically recommend waiting at least 3–5 days before resuming any smooching. And even then, gentle is the name of the game. You want to protect the surgical area while it heals and avoid anything that could introduce bacteria or bump the implants.
What if I sneeze? Will my implants fall out?
Nope! Sneezing won’t send your implants flying.
Full arch implants are placed directly into your jawbone, which gives them a super secure foundation.
Even during early healing, a sneeze isn’t going to dislodge anything. That said, try to sneeze gently (if you can help it) and avoid blowing your nose forcefully during the first week if your surgeon advises it, especially if any sinus-related work was done.
Can I whistle or blow up a balloon with dental implants?
In the first few weeks, it’s better to avoid strong pressure in the mouth.
Whistling, blowing up a balloon, playing a wind instrument—these all create force that could stress healing tissues.
It doesn’t mean giving up hobbies forever. It just means being cautious early on.
Most patients are cleared to resume normal activities like whistling and blowing up balloons once the gums and implants are well on their way to healing.
Always follow the specific advice from the dental team to be sure.
If you have more questions—especially the ones that feel too “out there” to ask—bring them on. We’ve heard them all. The more informed and confident you are, the better your experience will be.
Your new smile should make you feel amazing—whether you're kissing, whistling, or yes… sneezing.
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