Dental Implants Problems - What's Common

Today, dental implants really are the standard for replacing missing teeth. Any surgery has risks, but the benefits (preserving bone, no cutting down of adjacent teeth) make implants the first choice if you've lost a tooth. If you are healthy and have experienced doctors, I don't think you need to worry much about complications. I have seen implants fail in smokers more than once though, so that would be a real concern.

With proper planning and digitally guided treatment protocol nerve damage and other things can be prevented, and with proper maintenance bone loss and other things can be minimized, and the bone loss will otherwise also take without any implants or rather to a larger extent

Dental Implants is the safest, most conservative, and successful long term treatment for teeth replacement, close to 100%. It's important to do your research and look for the highest possible Dr's training and experience, which goes hand to hand with best materials and success. With Over 35 years of experience in Dental Implants we have helped thousands of patients enjoy life with dental implants.

With any procedure, there are always risks of complications and your doctor should go over these in detail (and provide in paper for you on a consent form) before starting the procedure. However, implants are a highly successful procedure and things like nerve damage are very uncommon. The most common failures associated with implants are gum disease around the implant from poor hygiene or smoking.

Find the right dentist/surgeon and work up the right treatment plan, you'll be great.  The most common complication of implant is "failure" or not integrating with the adjacent bone structure.  There are so many variables that can promote implant failing, the most important one is smoking.  Recent research have shown that smoking doesn't contribute to implant failing as we all once thought it did, but nonetheless smoking is not healthy for any part of the body.  Bone resorption is a natural process of bone healing so once the implant is placed, the bone around the top of the implant will melt away slightly, but that side effect is well worth all the positive perks that comes with your new dental implant (preserves your bone mass, give you a foundation for a tooth replacement, etc.).  Forget about nerve damage, find a dentist/surgeon that has 3D imaging (Cone-Bean CT).  I use this newer technology to map out where your nerve is so I know what size implant to get for you and where to place that implant.  Find the right provider is the key!

Dental Implants is a proven and effective dental treatment that aids you restore your good dental health and prevent natural tooth tissue and also, decreases the chances of bone deterioration and nerve damage. This treatment can have side effects but it is not supposed to cause
such damages like bone loss and nerve damage. And, the risks may be you
can have some infections that are curable. So, if you are thinking to
have dental implants, you need to worry about the side effects as it
doesn't cause long term side effects.

We have done Implants for 3 decades now and there are no side effects to implants. Without an implant there are many side effects including the loss of the jawbone and tipping of surrounding teeth. All of which greatly reduce chewing ability. The success rate of Implants is 97%. In the event one does not integrate to the jaw it can almost always be done a second time. Implants are one of the most beneficial procedures available in dentistry to preserve you teeth.

Jen, good afternoon and thank you for your great question. Like any medical procedure there are always possible complications, but percentage wise their occurance is very low. I would recommend to focus on the end results and comfort of chewing and smile, which you do not have to worry about and be proud of.

Like any surgical procedure there are some risks involved. However, for dental implants the rewards far outweigh any risks you may encounter. Dental implants have become the top procedure for most patients suffering from missing teeth. There are some temporary side effects and potential long term effects, but these are rare and should not overly concern you. Pain & discomfort, swelling, bruising and bleeding are all temporary side effects after surgery. Rarely: infection, nerve damage, sinus problems and dental implant failure can occur. However, these can be heavily mitigated by following your doctor’s post-operative care instructions, sticking to a soft-diet and keeping the implant site clean.  

Dental implants are not the cause of the problems you described – they are the solution. Untreated decay is a common cause of infection, with broken teeth as well as missing teeth. As for bone loss, dental implants are the preferred method of dealing with missing or damaged teeth because it prevents bone loss.

There are other ways to conceal a broken tooth. But with implants, we’re inserting a tiny metal post that mimics the function of the tooth. The post is hidden by a realistic-looking crown, so no one will ever see it or know it’s there. But that post is important because it’s compatible with tooth and bone. It simulates the root of a tooth and fuses naturally with your jawbone, so it prevents bone loss.





For many patients, the value of dental implants is in “the look.” A skilled dentist can create the appearance of a tooth or teeth even when there is no tooth remaining. But implants are also valued because of the health benefits and because they offer a very long-term solution.





If you see a qualified dentist with experience in dental implants, you’re actually avoiding the problems you described. Dental implants can do amazing things for your health as well as the appearance of your smile, but it’s important to do your research first and make sure you’re seeing a doctor who’s experienced in this technique. 

You are correct there are some risks with implants. Some of the risks are pain from nerves that may be damaged during placement of the implant. This is very rare and if your dentist does careful planning then the risk is very small. Over the years of an implant there can be some bone loss. This can happen to natural teeth as well. Unfortunately, as with all medical procedures, there are some inherent risks.  I believe that despite the risks, implants are a great treatment for replacement of missing teeth.