Dental Implant Failure & Salvage – Milwaukee, WI
Restore Your Rebuilt Smile with Dental Implant Salvage
While it’s true that when it comes to dental implants your odds for success are very high, there are still rare occasions where they can fail. When this happens, don’t get discouraged. Instead, give us a call right away, as we may be able to assist you in getting your healthy, beautiful smile back on track.
Why Choose Milwaukee Dental Implants for Dental Implant Salvage
- Entire Treatment Completed In-House
- Dental Insurance Welcome & Flexible Financing Available
- Advanced Dental Technology Used for More Accurate Treatment
Why Do Dental Implants Fail?
There are several reasons why dental implants can fail. The first and most common cause is a condition known as peri-implantitis that is very similar to gum disease. With peri-implantitis, bacteria and infection destroy the connective tissue surrounding your dental implant, weaking the supporting jawbone structure in the process. Typically, this is caused by poor oral hygiene and gum disease.
The other common cause of a failed dental implant in Milwaukee is failed osseointegration. This is when your dental implant fails to properly fuse with your jawbone during the healing process and is more common with new dental implants. Other causes of failure include injury and a variety of medical conditions such as cancer.
Symptoms of a Failed Dental Implant
While early dental implant failure typically occurs in the healing period soon after placement, later implant failure can develop many years or even decades after your initial treatment. If your dental implant is failing, you may notice one or more of the following signs:
- The implant has become loose or wobbly.
- The implant site is experiencing worsening pain weeks or more after the initial surgery.
- Gum infection or inflammation, including tender, swollen, or bleeding gums which may or may not leak pus or discharge.
- Receding gums around the dental implant, exposing the post.
- Difficulty or pain when chewing or biting with the implant.
- Nerve damage or numbness surrounding the dental implant, or in the tongue, lips, or gums.
- A persistent bad taste in the mouth or foul-smelling breath.
If you notice any of the above, please contact Dr. Franzen as soon as possible.
How Dental Implant Salvage Works
When it comes to the health and safety of your dental implants, it’s important to err on the side of caution. Even if you only suspect there might be an issue with your prosthetic, please call us right away. The earlier an issue with your dental implant is caught, the easier and less expensive it will be to treat it.
Dental implant salvage is a smile-saving treatment that can help restore your dental implants and get back the smile you deserve. First, Dr. Franzen will remove your instable implant. Next, he will provide you with appropriate restorative treatment. This may include a bone graft, sinus lift, gum disease treatment or a combination of several. Once your mouth is healed, he will reattach your dental implant, giving your smile another chance at success. Recovery from reimplantation should be very similar to your first treatment, including healing times and post-op instructions.
After your implant has reintegrated with your jawbone, we will reattach the abutment and crown, and you’ll be free to enjoy your rebuilt smile once again.