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.