Dental Implant Failure & Salvage – Cary, NC
What to Do If Dental Implants Fail
Dental implants are very unlikely to fail; after all, they have a success rate of 95%, and it’s easy to maintain them with good oral hygiene habits. That said, there are certain circumstances that can cause dental implant failure to occur. Dr. Singh is happy to offer personalized salvage options if anything goes wrong with your new smile, so give our office a call immediately if you notice any symptoms that could point toward a failed implant post.
Why Choose Cary Dental Rejuvenation for Dental Implant Salvage?
- Experienced, Caring Dental Expert
- Treatments Personalized for Each Patient
- State-of-the-Art Technology
Why Do Dental Implants Fail?
Dental implants can potentially fail in the following circumstances:
- Missteps in oral hygiene can lead to an infection of the tissues around the implant posts. Over time, this can cause the tissues in question to weaken, eventually reaching the point where they can’t support the posts anymore.
- Osseointegration may not take place as intended. This means that the dental implants never bond with the jawbone and thus cannot provide a stable foundation for a dental prosthesis.
- The implant posts and/or the tissues around them might become damaged as a result of physical trauma.
Symptoms of Failed Dental Implants
You may be able to tell that a dental implant has failed if it feels loose. Other possible symptoms include unusual or severe pain, difficulty chewing, and warning signs of an infection such as bleeding. Remember that the symptoms of dental implant failure tend to be similar regardless of whether the problem occurred shortly after the initial dental implant surgery or years later.
How Dental Implant Salvage Works
The dental implant salvage process needs to be personalized based on what caused the failure. Our team will examine your mouth and figure out what the issue is. Sometimes it may be a problem that we can treat without removing your implant posts; for example, an infection can often be addressed via conservative methods such as a deep cleaning.
In certain circumstances, we may have no choice but to remove your dental implants. That said, you may be eligible to receive new ones once your mouth is healthy again. We can discuss that possibility after your treatment is complete. Don’t forget that you’re welcome to ask questions if there’s anything you don’t understand at any stage of the dental implant process.