{"id":174,"date":"2019-08-30T14:50:51","date_gmt":"2019-08-30T14:50:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/blog\/?p=174"},"modified":"2019-08-30T14:50:53","modified_gmt":"2019-08-30T14:50:53","slug":"dental-implants-are-loose","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/blog\/2019\/08\/dental-implants-are-loose\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Your Dental Implants Loose? Here\u2019s What\u2019s Causing it and What You Should Do"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_218680997__1567176544_82487-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"dentist showing patient an X-ray\" class=\"wp-image-175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_218680997__1567176544_82487-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_218680997__1567176544_82487-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_218680997__1567176544_82487.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental implants are one of the most advanced\nmodern restorative solutions available to patients. While they boast a 95\npercent success rate, that doesn\u2019t mean that complications can\u2019t occur. Knowing\nwhat signs to look out for and what could cause this issue to develop can help\nyou avoid implant failure. Although it\u2019s incredibly rare for this to happen, loose\ndental implants can occur. Read on to learn how to avoid or handle the\nsituation if it happens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Main Causes of Loose Implants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/dental-implants.html\">Dental\nimplants<\/a> can come loose soon after the surgery, or even years later. When\nyou know the causes, you can take extra steps to prevent it from occurring. If\nyou notice that your implant is loose, it could be due to a variety of reasons,\nbut you should immediately contact your dentist to schedule an appointment. Here\nare some causes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Loose Restoration. <\/strong>This is a simple\nnon-serious issue that can be easily fixed by your implant dentist. If your crown,\nbridge, or denture is loose, it may need to just be tightened or replaced. <\/li><li><strong>Jawbone Loss. <\/strong>Your implants\u2019 success is\nheavily reliant on your jawbone because that\u2019s what they\u2019re anchored into. If it\nloses mass after your surgery, it could be a sign that the implants never\nproperly fused with your jawbone.<\/li><li><strong>Peri-implantitis. <\/strong>This is a common type\nof gum disease associated with restorations like dentures and is often caused\nby poor oral hygiene. If you notice it in its early stages, you may be able to prevent\nthe progression and reverse the symptoms. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spotting the Signs of a Loose Dental Implant<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing the signs and symptoms of a loose implant can help\nyou act quickly to avoid further damage and may even save the restoration. If\nyou notice that the post is moving around in your mouth or has fallen out, you\nneed to immediately let your implant dentist know. Some other signs to keep an\neye out for include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Pain or discomfort<\/li><li>Bone loss or a sinking facial structure<\/li><li>Bleeding when touched<\/li><li>Discoloration around the affected area<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This is just another reason to visit your dentist for\nroutine checkups and cleanings every six months. This way, you can let them\nknow if you\u2019ve noticed anything out of the ordinary and they can inspect your\nmouth to make sure everything looks good. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treatment Options Your Implant Dentist May Recommend<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the severity of your issue, your dentist can\nrecommend a variety of treatments. They may decide that removing the post is\nthe best option if it\u2019s loose because of an infection or has failed to integrate\nwith your jawbone. However, they may determine that a thorough cleaning may do\nthe trick. During this, they\u2019ll remove the restoration and sanitize the site.\nThey can also examine it to see if it needs to be replaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental implants offer patients countless benefits that aren\u2019t\navailable with traditional restorations. Your implant dentist utilizes the most\nadvanced dental technology to make the procedure precise, accurate, safe, and very\nsuccessful. Don\u2019t hesitate to contact them if you have any concerns or questions!\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Byron McKnight is dedicated to providing his patients\nwith reliable and exceptional results. He values taking his time to thoroughly evaluate\nand treat his patients so he can accurately evaluate their desires and needs.\nHe has completed over 2,500 hours of continuing education credits for advanced procedures\nsuch as dental implants and complex restorative dentistry. He is also an\nassistant clinical professor at Baylor College of Dentistry and has been named \u201cTexas\nSuper Dentist\u201d by <em>Texas Monthly Magazine<\/em> for over 10 years in a row. For\nquestions or to schedule a consultation for dental implants, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call\n972-698-8000.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dental implants are one of the most advanced modern restorative solutions available to patients. While they boast a 95 percent success rate, that doesn\u2019t mean that complications can\u2019t occur. Knowing what signs to look out for and what could cause this issue to develop can help you avoid implant failure. 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