Dental implants require a surgical procedure to place them into your jawbone. There, they will heal and integrate, replacing your lost tooth root and becoming part of your dental anatomy.
As with any surgical procedure, a few risks are associated with it; however, the good news is that they are typically minor. Dental implants in Brandon are a highly reliable procedure with a 95 percent success rate.
What You Should Know about Tooth Implants
Some of the risks associated with dental implants to be aware of are:
- Infection — An infection of the bone can cause an implant to fail.
- Sinus problems — Implants on the upper arch can be problematic if they penetrate the sinuses.
- Peri-implantitis—This is periodontal disease or a bacterial infection of the bone housing the implant. It could cause implant failure.
- Nerve damage — This is rare, but if implant placement surgery causes nerve damage, it can result in numbness in the lips, teeth, or gums.
Contact Walker and Barr, DMD
At Walker and Barr, DMD, we partner with highly experienced and trusted local oral surgeons to assist with dental implant placement surgery to ensure our patients achieve the best outcomes and results for their smiles.
Contact your Brandon implant dentist at (813) 689-5928 to learn how we can restore your smile with dental implants.