Temporary crown on dental implant feels loose. What is the problem?

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I got an implant 11 months back.A few days ago , dentist restored my implant and put a temporary crown on it to allow for tissue healing. He told me he will put the permanent crown after 4 weeks. The temporary crown has started feeling very loose. I have no pain though. What is wrong?

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi: Most likely the abutment is loose and can be easily tightened up.  It’s best to go back to your dentist right away to tighten the abutment before there is too much pressure on the implant itself.Best,Dr. Maddahi

Vicki Borowski, DDS · Answer

There are three things that can be happening. Your temporary can simply be loose and need recementing. Your abutment can be loose and need retightening. Your implant can be loose and this would be bad. I suggest getting in to your dentist asap.

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