Can You Get an Infection Under Your Teeth Implants?

However, some complaints people have relate to the restorations themselves.  The contours and shape of crowns on implants is different than a tooth, and pockets are deeper.  Also, if the implants are close to each other, a black triangle can form.  It isn't pathologic, it just isn't pretty.

 

Go see the dentist asap and see what is going on.

The short answer is YES. Implants can definitely get infected, a term which is called peri-implantitis or peri-mucositis. It is absolutely critical to take pristine care of your implants to avoid getting either of these conditions. If your gums are painful, bleeding, or swollen, this is likely an indication that you have one of these conditions and that you need treatment so as to avoid the risk of losing the implant. Hope this helps!

An infection under teeth supported by dental implants is possible indeed and is called "peri-implantitis". It is problematic because more bone is lost and can affect other surrounding teeth and implants. Best thing to do is to seek the advice of a board certified periodontist or oral surgeon and he or she will present you with your options at this point in time.

You need to see another oral surgeon or periodontist. Now!  Let them take a look at the work you had and evaluate the problems.  You had them done four years ago and why did you let this numbness go on for so long if you knew they were placed on a nerve?  Now you are having other problems. Do not go back to this doctor.  See one that can help you since you have a myriad of problems here.  Good luck and do not delay! 

It's possible that the implants are failing. Only an X-ray will tell for sure.

Sounds like there are multiple problems, however, and perhaps you should get a second opinion from a Board Certified Oral Surgeon.