Following your surgery try to only consume soft foods and liquids for the next two days, some examples include: mashed potatoes, fruit smoothies, and soups. After two days, you can gradually start to add more variety but still try to focus on foods that don’t require a lot of chewing. Most people will resume their regular diet within a week of having their dental implant surgery. Your dentist will be able to give you a more accurate estimate based on your particular case.