Dental Implant Failure & Salvage – Des Plaines

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Dental implants are unique in many ways. One incredible benefit they offer is their amazing success rate of over 95%! However, dental implants can fail in some rare circumstances. Fortunately, when caught early on, we may be able to save your replacement tooth with dental implant salvage treatment. If your dental implant is causing you pain or you have other concerns about it, don’t hesitate to give us a call. We will do everything we can to restore the health of your dental implant.

Why Choose Brite Smiles for Dental Implant Salvage?

  • Highly Trained Periodontist
  • Flexible Financing Options
  • Weekend Appointments Available

Why Do Dental Implants Fail?

Dentist pointing to a dental implant model

The most common reason behind dental implant failure is a condition called “peri-implantitis.” This occurs when bacteria and infection destroy the connective tissues from around the dental implant, therefore weakening the supporting jawbone structure. In most cases, this is a result of poor oral hygiene and gum disease that has been left untreated. Other factors that can play a role include injury, failed osseointegration, and some medical conditions, like uncontrolled diabetes.

Symptoms of Failed Dental Implants

Woman with a toothache

Dental implant failure doesn’t only happen right after the placement procedure. It can also occur many years after implants have been placed. Here are a handful of the symptoms you should always keep an eye out for”

  • Pain and discomfort
  • Gum recession around the implant
  • Loose dental implant
  • Difficulty chewing
  • Gum inflammation around the implant

How Dental Implant Salvage Works

Dentist performing procedure

If you have concerns about your dental implants, give us a call at your earliest convenience. We’d be more than happy to examine your smile and discuss your symptoms. After this, we can put together a treatment plan to restore the health of your smile. Several treatment methods could be necessary. The most common way to address dental implant failure includes deep cleanings, antibiotic treatment, and other ways of controlling infections. The faster we can address the problem, the more likely we can save your replacement teeth.