{"id":31,"date":"2020-01-29T21:01:47","date_gmt":"2020-01-29T21:01:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drsanker.com\/blog\/?p=31"},"modified":"2020-01-29T21:01:49","modified_gmt":"2020-01-29T21:01:49","slug":"signs-failure-dental-implants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drsanker.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/29\/signs-failure-dental-implants\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the Signs My Dental Implants are Failing?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-32\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drsanker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pain-3-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"woman with dental pain\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drsanker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pain-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.drsanker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pain-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.drsanker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pain-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>If you\u2019ve made the choice to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drsanker.com\/dental-implants.html\">replace your missing teeth<\/a> with dental implants, you\u2019ve made a smart decision for your smile. They closely look and function like your natural teeth while also giving you a solution that can last for decades. As the most predictable option to treat tooth loss, you probably never expect to have any issues with your dental implants. Although it is rare, they can fail. Here are the most common signs there\u2019s a problem with your new smile.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Signs of Dental Implant Failure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Over 500,000 people per year are turning to dental implants\nto replace their missing teeth because they have over a 95% success rate. They\nare proven to last for several decades with the right aftercare. Unfortunately,\nnot everyone will experience this success rate. Despite your best efforts to\nprotect your smile, dental implants can fail. Thankfully, if you act fast, your\nimplant dentist may be able to save your smile. It\u2019s best to contact your\ndentist at the first sign of a problem, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Pain or discomfort<\/li><li>Loose or shifting implant<\/li><li>Swelling or inflammation of the gum tissue<\/li><li>Gum recession near the implant<\/li><li>Difficulty chewing or biting<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Causes of Dental Implant Failure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most often, dental implant failure is a result of a preventable\ninfection called peri-implantitis. It\u2019s like gum disease because it\u2019s caused by\nbacteria found in plaque and tartar buildup. Although it may not seem\nconcerning at first, it will eventually destroy your oral structures, leading\nto a failed dental implant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides infection, there are other factors that can cause\ncomplications, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Autoimmune diseases.<\/li><li>Poor blood supply.<\/li><li>Certain medications.<\/li><li>Poor general health.<\/li><li>Overloading.<\/li><li>Rejection of the foreign body.<\/li><li>Allergic reaction.<\/li><li>Nerve or tissue damage.<\/li><li>Smoking.<\/li><li>Bruxism or grinding your teeth.<\/li><li>Lack of gum tissue.<\/li><li>Radiation to the head or neck.<\/li><li>Insufficient bone.<\/li><li>Mechanical damage.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll undergo a thorough consultation process before your\nplacement surgery to assess your risk factors for implant failure. Besides a\nvisual examination, your dentist will review your oral health and medical history,\nas well as your lifestyle habits to look for any red flags. They will also take\na CT scan to look for any issues below the surface. In some cases, your dentist\nmay recommend additional treatments before your placement surgery to help\npromote the long-term success of your new smile, like periodontal therapy or\nbone grafting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protect Your Investment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although dental implant failure can happen, you shouldn\u2019t be\nconcerned about it because the risk is generally less than 5%. You can help\nensure your new smile thrives by maintaining your home oral hygiene habits and\nvisiting your dentist regularly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you develop any signs of implant failure, don\u2019t wait to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drsanker.com\/contact-us.html\">contact your dentist<\/a>. Quick\ndetection and treatment can save your smile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. Robert J. Sanker<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drsanker.com\/about.html\">Dr. Robert J.\nSanker<\/a> is a trusted prosthodontist who can treat complex oral health\nissues, like tooth loss. He\u2019s undergone advanced training to successfully\nrepair damaged smiles using the latest techniques in dentistry. If you\u2019re ready\nto replace your missing teeth with dental implants, he can help. Contact our\noffice today to schedule your consultation. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve made the choice to replace your missing teeth with dental implants, you\u2019ve made a smart decision for your smile. They closely look and function like your natural teeth while also giving you a solution that can last for decades. 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