Why Do Dental Implants Fail?
When we place dental implants, we take multiple steps to maximize your chances of success. But while dental implant failure is rare, it can still happen if:
- The tissues supporting the dental implants are damaged by an infection called peri-implantitis.
- Your dental implants are unable to bond with your jawbone.
- A blow to the face damages your implant posts.
- You have a medical condition that ends up compromising your body’s ability to support the dental implant posts.
Symptoms of Failed Dental Implants
Naturally, if your dental implants fail, you’ll want to know as soon as possible so that you can seek the appropriate treatment. So what signs can point to a problem with your dental implants? Notable symptoms include:
- Looseness: Properly integrated dental implants shouldn’t move at all, so a post that seems loose is a red flag.
- Unusual Pain: The discomfort that occurs after dental implant placement should fade over time. Pain that persists longer than expected is a sign that something’s wrong.
- Pus, Swelling, and Bleeding: All of these are potential signs that there is an infection present around your dental implant posts.
How Dental Implant Salvage Works
The exact steps of the dental implant salvage process can vary; it all depends on what caused your dental implants to fail in the first place. Sometimes, it may involve performing a deep cleaning or taking other measures to treat an infection. In other circumstances, it might be necessary for us to take your dental implants out so that the damaged tissue in your mouth can heal. If your dental implants need to be removed, we can discuss whether new ones can be placed after the necessary procedures have been completed.