{"id":33,"date":"2019-08-29T18:46:33","date_gmt":"2019-08-29T18:46:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.woodsidedental.com\/blog\/?p=33"},"modified":"2019-08-29T18:46:33","modified_gmt":"2019-08-29T18:46:33","slug":"dental-implants-feel-loose","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.woodsidedental.com\/blog\/2019\/08\/29\/dental-implants-feel-loose\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do If You Have Loose Dental Implants"},"content":{"rendered":"<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-34 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.woodsidedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_70951123__1563475468_64106-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"man looking at mouth in mirror\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.woodsidedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_70951123__1563475468_64106-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.woodsidedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_70951123__1563475468_64106-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.woodsidedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_70951123__1563475468_64106-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.woodsidedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_70951123__1563475468_64106.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>\r\n\r\nLoose teeth might be cute when you\u2019re a kid, but once you\u2019re an adult, they should stay firmly rooted. That includes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.woodsidedental.com\/dental-implants.html\">dental implants<\/a>, the metal posts that replace adult teeth that have already been lost. Once you get them placed, you can usually expect them to last for 30 years or more. However, they\u2019re not perfect. Sometimes a dental implant can fail and become loose. Read on to learn more about causes, symptoms, and solutions to this problem.\r\n\r\n<!--more-->\r\n<h2>Why Is Your Dental Implant Loose?<\/h2>\r\nDental implants can become loose for a variety of reasons, such as:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Bone loss. <\/strong>Part of your jawbone may have shrunk, which can cause the implant to fail to integrate.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Loose crown.<\/strong> Sometimes it may just be the crown that\u2019s loose, not the implant underneath. Your dentist might simply need to replace or tighten the crown.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Peri-implantitis. <\/strong>This is a common form of gum disease. If caught early enough, it can be reversed with better oral hygiene, but if not, your dentist may need to remove the implant.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2>How Can You Tell If Your Dental Implant Is Loose?<\/h2>\r\nIf you experience any of the following symptoms, it\u2019s a good idea to contact your implant dentist as soon as you can:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Wiggling implant or crown<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pain<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Visible bone loss<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Discoloration in the area<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bleeding when you touch the site<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2>What Can Your Implant Dentist Do?<\/h2>\r\nDepending on the situation, your dentist may do one of the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Clean the area. <\/strong>Your dentist may remove the crown to see what\u2019s going on underneath and then clean the area surrounding your implant. From there, the dentist can determine what needs to be done next \u2013 either a tightening of the implant screw or a full replacement surgery.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Remove the implant.<\/strong> Whether your implant failed to integrate to your jawbone, or you had an infection in your gums, sometimes removal is the best option to save your oral health. The procedure should be similar to how it was when you first got the implant placed.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2>What Happens If You Don\u2019t Treat Your Loose Dental Implant?<\/h2>\r\nUnfortunately, if you leave a loose implant alone, it doesn\u2019t get better. In fact, it can actually worsen to the point of being life-threatening. If you get a gum infection, it could easily spread to other parts of your body, such as your heart, and cause inflammation and disease. You are especially at risk if you have a weaker immune system.\r\n\r\nIf you think you may have a loose or otherwise problematic dental implant, it\u2019s crucial to contact your dentist right away to set up an appointment. It could save your life.\r\n<h2>About the Author<\/h2>\r\nAt Woodside Dental Care in Assonet, MA, Dr. Derek Cornetta wants to change the idea that \u201cno one likes going to the dentist.\u201d He strives to make every patient comfortable no matter the procedure, including dental implant installation. If you think your implant is loose, or you think you might want one to replace your missing tooth, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.woodsidedental.com\/contact-us.html\">contact<\/a> Dr. Cornetta at (508)-644-5200.","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Loose teeth might be cute when you\u2019re a kid, but once you\u2019re an adult, they should stay firmly rooted. That includes dental implants, the metal posts that replace adult teeth that have already been lost. 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