My cap came loose from the implant posts. What can I do?

To remove an implant, some bone is typically removed with it. After that you would need bone grafting in all of the implant removal sites. That would need 3-6 months to heal. Then you could proceed with new implants. Implants for a full arch restoration aren't aligned. If you are unhappy with...

When the healing cap comes off, the gums very quickly try to grow over the implant. So it's normal to have discomfort in the gums around the area when the healing cap is replaced. The gum tissue has to kind of stretch around the healing cap which will cause them to be irritated in that area....

Hi JP Larson, I am sorry to hear about your difficulties.  Often times the paralysis will subside. No one can tell you exactly when and this is different from patient to patient. It is very difficult to diagnose your specific situation without physical and imaging examination. My...

Hi Noreason, In most situations, you should be able to eat or chew anything you want after your implant restorations.  If the implant crown is cemented, wait 24 hours for the cement to fully set before chewing gum. Sincerely, Amir H. Motamed, D.D.S.

Hi THMarch, What you have pictured in your hand is the healing screw covering the implant.  Your implant is still in your mouth.  Have the screw placed back and tightened by your dentist as soon as you can to prevent debris from going inside the implant and gum tissue growing over...

Hello and thank you for your question. The best way to answer this is with an in-person evaluation. I recommend following up with your Dentist again about your pain or consulting a Prosthodontist. A Prosthodontist is a dental specialist who has advanced training in restoring and replacing te...