Dental Implant Failure & Salvage – Burien
Keep Your Smile Complete!
Dental implants are the best tooth replacement option out there. One of their unique benefits is the fact that they have a success rate of over 95%! However, dental implant failure can still happen in some cases, so it’s important to be on the lookout for changes. The earlier we can address the problems, the more likely that we can keep your smile complete. If you think there is an issue with your dental implant, give us a call!
Why Do Dental Implants Fail?
The most common cause of dental implant failure is a condition called “peri-implantitis.” This occurs when bacteria and infection destroy the connective tissue from around the implant and weaken the surrounding structure. In most scenarios, this is a result of poor oral hygiene and gum disease that’s hasn’t been treated. Other facts that could contribute to dental implant failure include injury, failure osseointegration, and some medical conditions, like uncontrolled diabetes.
Symptoms of Failed Dental Implants
Dental implant failure doesn’t solely occur right after dental implant failure. It can also occur many years after you’ve gotten your dental implants. Here are some common symptoms of dental implant failure so you can be on the lookout for them:
- Pain & discomfort
- Gum recession surrounding the implant
- Loose dental implant
- Difficulty chewing
- Gum inflammation
How Dental Implant Salvage Works
If you are concerned that there is something wrong with your dental implants, give us a call. We are happy to thoroughly examine your smile and discuss the symptoms that you’ve been experiencing. After this, we will put together a treatment plan to restore the health of your smile. Several treatment methods could be necessary. The most common ways that we address dental implant failure are deep cleanings, antibiotic treatment, and other infection control methods. The quicker we can address the issue, the more likely that we can save your replacement tooth.
