Dental Implant Failure and Salvage – Parma Heights, OH
If Dental Implants Fail, We Can Help
Statistically speaking, dental implants are very unlikely to fail; about 95% of cases are considered successful. But of course, there is a big difference between “unlikely” and “impossible.” You still need to be prepared to act if there seems to be a problem with your dental implants so that you can protect the health of your smile. Please call us right away to schedule a consultation with Dr. Shtarkman or Dr. Salib if you have any reason to think that your dental implants may have failed.
Why Choose Advanced Dental Center for Dental Implant Salvage?
- Caring, Experienced Dentists
- State-of-the-Art Technology
- Flexible Payment Options
Why Do Dental Implants Fail?
If your dental implants seem to be failing, it likely has to do with one of the following issues:
- Peri-Implantitis: Peri-implantitis is a specific form of gum disease that affects the tissues around your dental implants. The infection damages these tissues, eventually causing the implant posts to lose their support.
- Failed Osseointegration: Normally, the bone in your jaw fuses with your dental implants over time in a process called osseointegration. But if this doesn’t happen, your dental implants won’t be stable enough to support replacement teeth.
- Physical Trauma: If you get hit in the face or mouth, there’s a chance that your dental implants (or the tissues supporting them) could be damaged.
Symptoms of Failed Dental Implants
When dental implants fail (which can happen shortly after they’re placed or a long time afterward), they tend to cause significant pain. They are also likely to feel loose and may even fall out of the jaw completely in some cases. If you have peri-implantitis, you might notice bleeding, swelling, and other symptoms associated with infection. Finally, if you are having trouble chewing with your dental implant, that is often a strong indicator that something is wrong.
How Dental Implant Salvage Works
Dental implant salvage could involve a deep cleaning to address an infection, or it might call for other measures to repair damage to your gum and bone tissue. In order to figure out what kind of treatment you need, our team will have to closely examine your mouth and consider your symptoms. We will explain your options and work with you to put together a plan for getting your oral health back on track.
It may be necessary to remove your dental implants, but you might be able to have them replaced after a successful treatment.