A greater degree of biting strength is provided by implants, one of the safer, most natural-looking restorative dental procedures currently accessible. The patient does not run the risk of their implants coming loose or moving around when speaking or chewing, unlike with dentures.
However, not everyone should choose implants; candidates must have an adequate jawbone to hold the metal posts. Despite the fact that dental implants endure longer than other restorative methods, the crown will eventually need to be replaced. Know when you might need to have your removal of dental implants, whether it’s because of failure or age.
What Causes Dental Implant Failure?
Based on chronology, there are essentially two forms of dental implant failure. Early failures are dental implants that fall out a few months after being placed. Early implant failures are frequently brought on by faulty or subpar healing in the patient’s mouth, instability brought on by a lack of bone support, or micromotion during the healing process that precludes the proper bonding to maintain the implant.
Trauma, poor dental hygiene, or other health problems can lead to further, more severe failures. These failures typically occur a year or longer after the first implant was placed and necessitate individual examination for additional treatment choices.
Can a Dental Implant Be Replaced?
The short answer is yes, although oral care for each patient requires individualized attention.
In conjunction with bone grafting surgery, a dental implant that failed due to a lack of bone can be immediately replaced. The tooth implant removal will assist in supporting the replacement dental implant and thus increase the likelihood that the implant will adhere. Combining the graft and replacement not only saves time, but it also eliminates the need for extra surgical procedures at the dental clinic.
In rare cases, the harm caused by failed dental implants or the damage to the oral cavity surrounding the implant is so severe that experts are unable to rapidly install the replacement. These situations frequently result from unsuccessful implant removals that leave sizable gaps in the bone.
Professionals have also been known to recover failed implants without replacing them in some circumstances. Regarding employing active bone grafting to save failing dental implants rather than removing and replacing them, there is still much to think about in the field of restorative dentistry. As a result, the implant would receive a second shot at healthy grafting rather than risking the further loss of healthy bone that frequently comes along with removal and replacement.
What to Expect at an Implant Removal Consultation
Your mouth will be carefully examined by our dentist in Yaletown when you schedule your initial appointment to have your implants removed. Indicators of dental implant failure include a loose implant, pain, infection, or bone degradation, which our periodontist will examine for. We’ll use dental imaging to see what’s going on below the surface. You might need to first finish a course of medicine to get rid of your infection if your implant needs to be removed. The state of your general health will be taken into account. Any medications, including herbal supplements, that could raise your risk of bleeding during the surgery will be suggested to be stopped. Our periodontist will go over your comfort options before the operation.
Expect general anesthesia if your surgery requires more extensive anesthesia. Intravenous sedation may be beneficial for you if you suffer from anxiety. Our periodontist will go over the procedure’s duration and any potential dangers.
Reach Out to Our Dental Practice Now
Considering getting dental implants? Contact Abba Dental now to learn if you’re a good candidate for this surgery. Book your appointment now and take that first step toward obtaining a functional and beautiful smile that will serve you well for years.