Dental implants in Antalya · Day 4 of 7
Day 4 after dental implants in Antalya
Swelling should be going down and the area well on the way to healing. You can do a normal half-day of gentle sightseeing.
Today's rules
Eating
Soft food only, chewed on the opposite side. No crunchy, sticky or spicy food. No straws: sucking can disturb the clot.
Source: Acibadem International · University of Rochester Medical Center, Eastman Institute for Oral Health
Hot drinks, hot dishes and heat
Hot drinks are usually fine again; ask your surgeon. Keep saunas and steam rooms short or skip them this week.
Source: Acibadem International · University of Rochester Medical Center, Eastman Institute for Oral Health
Exercise
Normal walking is fine. No gym, running or heavy lifting in the first week.
Source: Bupa Dental Care · University of Rochester Medical Center, Eastman Institute for Oral Health
Smoking, vaping and nargile
Do not smoke. It disrupts healing of the bone and gum around the implant.
Source: Bupa Dental Care · Cleveland Clinic
Alcohol
Avoid it during the early recovery. Ask your surgeon when you can drink again.
Source: Acibadem International
Sun, sea and pools
No specific limit in implant aftercare beyond avoiding strenuous activity. Sit in the shade if swelling is still up.
Source: Bupa Dental Care
Flying home
There is no universal rule. Sinus lifts, bone grafts and how your first days go all change the timing. Build your review appointment in before you book.
Source: Acibadem International
Confirm with your surgeon. These are general activity limits from published aftercare guidance. Your clinic's written instructions always come first, and they may be stricter or looser for your procedure.
4 things you can do today
Konyaaltı beach
Seven kilometres of pebble beach and clear water below the mountains.
Gentle walking, mostly in full sun, about 4 hours
Kemer snorkelling and diving boat
A boat day from Kemer with snorkel stops and try-dives in clear coves under the mountains.
A few hours on foot with breaks, mostly in full sun, about 7 hours
Old town, waterfalls and boat day
Kaleiçi, the Düden waterfalls and a boat ride in one full day.
A few hours on foot with breaks, some open-air walking, about 8 hours
Old harbour sightseeing cruise
One to two hours along the cliffs from the old Roman harbour, with no swimming required.
Seated, shaded or covered, about 1.5 hours
Also fine today: Antalya Museum · Perge, Aspendos and Side · Tünektepe cable car · Karaalioğlu Park at sunset · Turkish hammam · Antalya Aquarium · TerraCity mall
2 things to skip today
Suluada island boat trip
Why not: The food is too firm, spicy or crunchy while you are on soft food.
Usually fine from day 6.
Köprülü Canyon rafting
Why not: Too much walking and effort for this stage.
Not during the 7 days this guide covers. Ask your surgeon when it is safe.
Where to eat today
- Dondurma. Stretchy Turkish ice cream from the old town stalls. Go slowly if your teeth are sensitive.
- Lentil soup and home-style stews. Canteens near Kalekapısı serve soups and stews all day. Let soup cool before eating.
- Antalya piyaz. The local white bean salad with tahini, egg and lemon. Soft and filling.
Put every day of this guide in your calendar, with your dates