Why are dental implants loose?

Dental implant is a very successful method that can help people to get healthy and natural teeth again... But one of the possible problems in this method of tooth implantation is the possibility of implant loosening... Although this is not common; But it may happen to some people.

For this reason, we decided to examine all the issues related to implant loosening in this article from Dr. Benianian's dental clinic... From the cause of dental implant loosening to solutions to solve and treat this problem... What is a dental implant?.. After the base is installed in the jawbone and the crown is placed on the tooth, **Your implant should act like a real tooth. slow**....that is, this new tooth, in addition to looking like a natural tooth, must also function like your original tooth....you must be able to imagine the new implant with a real smile, talk with the help of a real smile....even eat your normal daily meals....but in some cases, from time to time, people complain about the **not comfortableness of the implant in their mouth**....they use these similes to express their discomfort: - My new tooth is **not fixed in place.** - When I try to speak, my tooth **sticks in place.** - When I eat, **the implant moves left and right in my mouth.** - As if my implant **is not as strong as other teeth.** - When I touch my hand or tongue to my implant, the ** implant becomes stone.** Now that you understand what ** implant loosening** means, you can look for the answer to this question: ** Can a dental implant loosen?!** Does the dental implant loosen? **Yes**... although this is very rare, it is possible.** A dental implant consists of several main parts.... **fixture,** scroll cover, healer, abutment and cover.... **implant loosening** is usually related to one of the two parts of the fixture (implant base) or the cover.... If the implant cover is loose, you should not worry too much.... because this problem is easily solved.... the only thing to worry about is the loosening of the implant base inside the jawbone.... This is an important issue that you need to visit the dentist immediately to fix it... **Dental implant vibration** is usually one of the main symptoms of loosening of the implant fixture inside the jaw... although it may also be a sign of loosening of the implant cover.... This condition is mostly due to one of the problems of infection, bone loss, trauma to the jaw, poor quality materials used in the implant or in some cases, during implant placement or in some cases in It happens at the time of implantation and.... Underlying diseases such as diabetes can also increase the risk of implant shaking.... Therefore, to accurately diagnose the cause of implant shaking and choose the best treatment method, you should visit a dental clinic... Loosening of the abutment or implant cover The cover is connected to the **implant abutment** of your tooth through some kind of glue....the abutment is also directly connected to the base of the implant....the loosening of this cover usually happens due to the reduction of the strength of this adhesive and is nothing to worry about....this usually happens due to problems such as pressing on the cover, hitting the cover, changing the quality of the cover or moving it, or repairing it.. Diagnosing and treating loose cover After the dentist examines the implant, it is possible to tell if your crown is loose or if it is related to another part of your implant....but there are usually a few main signs to recognize this....for example, if the crown is loose, you don't feel pain in the area of ​​your implant....whereas if your implant base is loose...or for example when your crown is loose...it is done, the gum or surrounding area is not swollen and bleeding.....whereas when The base of the implant is loose, it's not like this.... To treat this problem, try to avoid manipulating the implant and visit your dentist as soon as possible... Loosening of the base of the implant and its reasons In some cases, **the base of the implant (screw) is also possible to loosen**... Of course, this possibility is much less than the possibility of the cover loosening.... because the implant screw is placed in your mouth to fuse with the jaw bone for about 3-4 months (without cover).... If your body is not able to accept the implant **the base of the implant will be re-implanted in the first month and the implant will be re-implanted. There are many reasons that can lead to loosening of the implant base. We will mention some of them below. One of the most important reasons for the loosening of the dental implant is atrophy of the jaw bone.. After losing a tooth, due to reasons such as the lack of proper replacement of the lost tooth, gum disease or some systemic diseases, the jaw bone begins to atrophy.. It can happen gradually, and over time, if it is not completely lost, another cause appears.. The loosening of the dental implant is a serious blow and damage to the implant. implant are very resistant.. so how can you loosen them by hitting them?. **Nazi Benianian:** > The point here is that implants, despite their high resistance, are vulnerable to strong shocks like any other structure.... Therefore, shocks caused by accidents such as accidents, falls or direct impact on the implant area can cause them to loosen or break... > > Of course, the severity of the injury and the exact location of the impact are very important conditions that affect this issue... to the extent that even slight impacts, if repeated, cause the implant to loosen over time... #### Peri-implantitis Peri-implantitis is a type of infection of the gums around the implant, which can damage the bones around the implant if it is not diagnosed and treated in time. As a result, in this disease, bacteria accumulate around the implant and cause inflammation and infection of the gums and finally the complete destruction of the implant... #### Improper installation of the implant Another main reason for dental implant loosening is its improper installation during surgery, especially in cases where **implant-based fixed artificial teeth** are used.... That's why we emphasize that you go to an experienced specialist to install your implant!.. If your specialist does not have enough experience and expertise in the field of dental implant implantation or does not use the right equipment to perform this treatment process, the implant will not fuse properly with the jawbone. ate and as a result will not have the necessary stability... #### Smoking and smoking a lot Smoking and cigarette smoking is one of the limitations of the implant and one of the important factors that can increase the risk of loosening of the implant fixture.... Because the chemicals in cigarette smoke, in addition to disrupting the healing process after implant surgery, also increase the possibility of infection in that area.... In addition, the nicotine in cigarettes causes constriction of blood vessels, reducing blood flow and blood flow. Its loss increases... Teeth grinding or teeth grinding is an unconscious habit in which a person grinds or presses his teeth together strongly... This continuous and intense pressure can damage the implant and cause it to loosen... Of course, in addition to grinding teeth, other habits such as nail biting, chewing on hard objects or opening bottle caps with teeth can also damage the implant.. Because these habits cause forces It is extra on the implant and in the long run it leads to the loss of the surrounding bone and as a result the implant loosens... #### Other causes of implant falling or falling - Improper screw torque - Low implant quality - Diseases such as osteoporosis or osteoporosis, uncontrolled diabetes and liver and kidney disorders - Chemotherapy and radiation therapy Why does the implant loosen? What is the cause of implant fixture loosening? Loosening of the implant fixture (the base that is placed in the jawbone) is a sign of **failure of bone fusion with the implant**. This problem can be caused by reasons such as infection, early stress on the implant, poor quality of the jawbone, incorrect surgical conditions such as diabetes or incorrect surgical conditions.. implant The signs of implant abutment loosening are so obvious that you will definitely notice it quickly if it happens.. For example, you may experience **bleeding** from the implant site. Simple things like **chewing and eating become difficult** and you experience **severe pain in that area**.... In addition to these cases, loosening of the implant base also causes **gum color change and swelling in the tissue around the gum**.... So if you see any of these signs (besides the feeling of your implant being loose), go to the dentist quickly... See a specialist dentist... Treatment of loose implants The truth is that in such a situation, there is no other way to treat a loose implant except to see an implant specialist dentist to solve this problem... After you go to the dentist, the specialist will determine the reason and the exact point of the implant loosening by conducting preliminary examinations and, if necessary, will also examine options such as **immediate dental implant** so that a suitable replacement can be made in the shortest possible time.... If the problem of implant loosening related to abutment or crown (Covering) is your implant, the dentist will return the situation to the original state by tightening the screw... unless the treatment requires a complete replacement of the tooth crown, in which case it will not be a serious problem... if it is implantitis**, the dentist must completely remove the implant in such a situation and depending on the condition that is already treated, remove the implant.. Regarding the condition of the bone and gum tissue, options such as re-implantation may be suggested... (preferably the dentist with whom you applied for tooth implantation) will be possible.... So if you see any of the signs of loosening of the dental implant, go to the dentist without delay.... Treating loosening of the implant cover The above description was related to the loosening of the **implant base**... but what if the **coating** of the dental implant loosens?.. Unlike the implant base, which is placed inside the bone and after some time is welded to the jawbone, the implant cover is only connected to the implant base through glue (or eventually in the form of screws).. If the crown of your dental implant loosens, you can take the crown to the dentist and ask your specialist crown you again... Of course, if the condition of the crown is such that it is not possible to reattach it, you will probably have to order a new crown.. Implant loosening is not so common that you should be afraid of it happening. - loosening of the abutment screw (holding screw between the implant base and the crown) - Loosening of the tooth crown on the implant without engaging the implant base - Gum infection or tissue around the implant (peri-implantitis) - Analysis or reduction of bone density around the implant - Improper or angled implant installation during surgery Applying too much pressure when chewing or grinding too much on the teeth - Failure to connect the implant with the jaw bone (incomplete osseointegration) - Smoking or diseases such as uncontrolled diabetes Solutions to prevent dental implant loosening Observing some health tips and taking care of the implant or implant will help **preventing the implant from loosening or falling**....we will continue to introduce some of these care behaviors..- **choosing an expert dentist:** The first condition to avoid problems with the implant is to **choose the best dental implant specialist ***the dental implant specialist is correct**....it is supposed to act like a real tooth...try foods Do not bite hard and do not use your implanted tooth as a tool to open nuts and knots in plastic bags!.. - **Routine visit to the dentist:** One of the necessary measures after implanting a tooth by the implant method is to visit a dental specialist periodically.... Try not to miss your appointment and visit your dentist on the appointed dates... - **Observation of oral hygiene:** To maintain and maintain the implant properly And take care of your hygiene and hygiene... Brushing your teeth twice a day using a **special implant toothbrush** and using the right mouthwash, dental floss and toothpaste.... - **No smoking:** Smoking will be the main enemy of your dental implant.... If possible, quit smoking (it minimizes smoking, hookah, etc.). Caring for dental implants will help you to get to know other methods of implant care... you can implant your tooth or teeth without any fear or worry about the implant falling and loosening at **Banyanian Dental Clinic**... we use very high quality equipment and materials in Dr. Benanyan's clinic so that the health of your new teeth is made in the best way.. expert and experienced dentists.... all the steps And the procedures are also done before the dental implant installation and are carefully checked and planned and accurate evaluations of your jawbone and face are collected.... Even the **tooth extraction distance to the implant** is determined for you by our team. if you are a resident of Tehran and if you intend to benefit from the dental implant services at Dr. Benianian's dental clinic, you can call us at phone number 02188539720 or click on the address of our clinic at ** Argentina Square, Ahmed Qasir St., Ahmed Qasir St., No. 2.. See the cost of dental implants in Tehran..... Examples of implants performed at Dr.... Foundation without loosening What to do?. If your implanted tooth is loose, you should see your dentist or implant specialist as soon as possible and avoid manipulating or tightening it by hand in the time between the implant loosening and seeing the implant specialist....because you may cause further damage to the tissue around your implant....remember that in most cases, implant loosening or tightening may be due to the loosening of the abutment..correction, but if the cause is infection or loss Bone, more specialized treatment will be needed.... Early diagnosis prevents more serious injuries... Loosening and loosening of dental implants is rare, but it is not impossible.... If you have implanted your teeth, it is better to be prepared for this problem.... Don't worry, don't be afraid, and if this problem occurs, discuss it with your dentist to find the best solution for your treatment....