Dental Implant Failure & Salvage – Denver, CO
Preserving Your Newly Rebuilt Pearly Whites
Are you having issues or concerns with your new dental implants? Even if you’ve had your restorations for a few weeks or several months already, there’s still a slim chance that your results can fail. Even so, our team at Riviera Family Dentistry of Denver can help preserve your rebuilt pearly whites with dental implant salvage treatment! Don’t hesitate to give us a call if you notice any discomfort or other complications with your restorations. Until then, here are several things to keep in mind in the long run.
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Why Do Dental Implants Fail?
While dental implants are considered the most comprehensive and reliable tooth replacement method, one of the major causes of failure is peri-implantitis. This is an infection in the gums surrounding the implants, which can end up destroying the connective tissues holding them in place. In most cases, peri-implantitis happens as a result of bacterial growth due to a lack of good oral hygiene, along with other factors that increase the risk of infection.
Dental implants can also fail because of improper osseointegration. The titanium posts and jawbone may not bond together sufficiently, meaning your new restorations won’t be able to hold up for long or at all. Additional reasons for failure include accidental trauma and serious medical conditions like cancer.
Symptoms of Failed Dental Implants
Some of the most common indications of a failed dental implant include:
- Loose metal post: Sometimes this may be a sign that the dental crown is simply loosening from atop the implant. In other cases, this means the implant itself has failed.
- Trouble chewing: Chewing food should feel natural with your new dental implants. If not, there may be an issue with the metal posts.
- Unusual/intense pain: Though it’s normal to feel sore after your procedure, your implants should feel much more comfortable once you’ve recovered.
- Swelling and/or bleeding: If there’s any bleeding, inflammation, or pus around your implants, there may be an infection that needs to be treated immediately.
How Dental Implant Salvage Works
If there’s a problem with your dental implants due to an infection or injury, our team can help address the situation to preserve your results. After we’ve evaluated your restorations, we can walk you through your treatment options. These can involve a combination of deep cleaning, antibiotic treatment, and other methods for managing infections. The most important thing to remember is that the faster you get treatment, the higher the likelihood that you can keep your implant safe and healthy.