Is it normal to feel the dental implant at while running your finger over your gum? (photos)

Question

had dental implants on the left side for missing canine and lateral but the doctor said there was not enough space. The outer piece was loaded a week ago and I noticed the I can feel the implant when I run my finger over my gum. Is that normal or is it a clue that is improperly placed?

Nirav Patel, MDS, PhD · Answer

as u said 'outer part loaded week ago' there are two possibilities , it should be  healing abutment or regular abutment. [not clearly visible in photo] anyways it will stay there only and crown structure will come on that . its my advice do not touch or feel again and again .

Michael J. Landry, DDS · Answer

Implants if properly placed should be completely inside the bone.  Sometime some of the covering bone is lost and you can feel the implant.  It does not mean the implant has failed, simply it is compromised.  Regular exams and good oral hygiene will help keep it serviceable.

Barbara Jurim, DDS · Answer

Hi, I am not quite sure by what you mean as "not enough space" being present for the implant. If you mean that a 3D X-ray showed insufficient bone width/height and an implant was placed in that position anyway, it could be that you are feeling the implant threads with your finger and I would definitely recommend having a qualified periodontist or oral surgeon evaluate the health of your implant as soon as possible. Good luck!

Is it normal to feel the dental implant at while running your finger over your gum? (photos)

Answers (3)

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Dental Implants

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

Is it normal to feel the dental implant at while running your finger over your gum? (photos)

Answers (3)

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Dental Implants

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.