Teeth problems are not fun for anyone, and having a failed Dental Implant can be particularly frustrating. What is your plan if an implant has issues? Are there signs of failure, or indications that a failure is imminent, that you can watch out for? Understanding how a Dental Implant procedure works can aid in determining if there are problems.
For many years, especially in the infancy of dentistry, options for tooth removal were severely limited. Patients could have the tooth removed and leave the space empty or they could get a denture device. It was not until the early 2000s that implants began to increase in popularity among dental professionals. Today, implants are a way to restore a patient’s smile without the use of a temporary device.
The first step of an implant procedure is to install the implant itself. This implement is embedded in the jawbone and provides the foundation for an artificial tooth. The second step is to add a connector to the implant, which allows the tooth to be mounted. Last, the artificial tooth (or crown) is custom molded to match the patient’s teeth and is attached to the connector.
In most procedures, the implant is installed and then some time is allotted before the connector or crown are added. This gives the implant time to embed in the jawbone and begin to bond. Occasionally, the bonding is not complete before the crown is added. Sometimes the jawbone lacks the strength to support an implant. When these situations occur, the crown and implant can move. If there is any type of movement of the crown, chances are good the implant has issues.
While rare, one complication of this type of procedure is an infection. Infection is always a potential risk when any type of surgery is performed. A common sign of an infection is pain around the install site. This could be gum pain or perceived tooth pain. Either situation calls for a visit to the oral surgeon.
With an implant, the dentist is effectively introducing a foreign body to the patient’s jaw. Any time a foreign object is introduced to a human body, there is potential for the body to reject it. An implant rejection can often present with severe inflammation around the install site. In addition to inflammation, fever and chills are potential symptoms. The surgeon should be notified right away if these symptoms occur.
Another sign of implant failure is when there is numbness at the install site, lips, tongue or face. Additionally, a tingling sensation at these locations can be an indicator of problems. Numbness and tingling are both signs of potential tissue or nerve damage.
If you have had Dental Implant surgery and are experiencing any of the issues noted, it would be a good idea to reach out to an oral surgeon. A good surgeon can look at the symptoms, make an analysis and develop a corrective course of action.
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