Do Dental Implants Risk Infection?

Oral surgery related infection is extremely rare, but certianly possible. Post operative antibiotics and frequrent oral rinses can help minimize the risk of infection. Should infection occur, immediate attention with antibiotics and  incision and drainage, if necessary, can help to quickly resolve it. The surgical technique and style of tissue manipulation can also help lessen the risk. An experienced surgeon who is familiar with surgical principles, is the appropriate type of dentist for implant placement with less complications.

 

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Dr. Kazemi
 

While infection of a dental implant is rare, it cn be a devastating experience for the person it happens to! Implant success rates are above 90% when conditions are best meaning good quality bone, good bone height and width and good density. The only way to assess these parameters is to go to a surgeon who owns a CTscanner in office and can show you their plan. Also, using guided surgery increases the overall success because it can help take out the guess work. So, if you want the best chance of a successful outcome, see a board certified surgeon who has a scanner and will spend time with you discussing your particular chances of a successful implant outcome.