Dental implants have an incredible success rate of over 95%! Many patients are able to reap the benefits for multiple decades or even the rest of their lives. However, they aren’t completely indestructible. There is still a very small chance that your dental implant can fail. Fortunately, the sooner you bring any issues to our attention, the more likely it is that we can save your replacement tooth with dental implant salvage treatment. To learn more or to schedule an appointment, give us a call!
The most common reason behind dental implant failure is “peri-implantitis.” This is when bacteria and infection destroy the connective tissue from around the implant and weaken the supporting jawbone structure. In most cases, this is caused by poor oral hygiene and untreated gum disease. Other things that can result in a dental implant failure include injury, failed osseointegration, and some medical conditions, like uncontrolled diabetes.
Dental implant failure doesn’t only happen right after dental implant placement. It can occur years down the line. Here are some symptoms that you should always be on the lookout for:
If you are worried that there is something wrong with your dental implant, don’t hesitate to contact us. We will thoroughly examine your smile and discuss the symptoms that you’ve been experiencing. Then, we can put together a treatment plan that is ideal for you. Several different treatment methods could be necessary. The most common ways that we address dental implant failure are through deep cleanings, antibiotic treatment, and other infection control methods. The sooner that we can address the problem, the more likely that we can save your dental implant.
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