What causes dizziness after a dental procedure?
Patient: Hi:  In October 2017 I had a dental implant and a sinus lift.  Immediately after my procedure is over I became dizzy but the dental assistant said it was probably because of sitting back in the chair.  I still felt dizziness the rest of the day and the following morning.  I called my dentist and he said that it was probably because he had to tap really hard on the implant.  To make a long story short, I am still experiencing dizziness on the left side of my head, which is the same side of the dental implant.  I have missed several days of work because of it.  Some days are better than others but the dizziness is always there.  I went to see my regular doctor and he said if I don't feel any better that he will send me for an MRI.  Do you have any insight as to what the issue could possibly be?  Thank you. Doctor: Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.As per your query, you have symptoms of dizziness and that is constant after dental procedure so it seems to be due to excessive pressure application leading to nerve impingement in that area.Need not to worry. I would suggest you to visit oral and maxillofacial surgeon once and get it examined. You should start treatment after getting complete examination done.Avoid opening mouth wide. Get implant site checked as well to detect any infection. Have soft and light food and maintain oral hygiene.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Harry Maheshwari