Why Do I Suddenly Notice a Foul Odor Near my Implant Gumline?

Without seeing you, it can be hard to tell what is happening. The first thing that I would be concerned with is that there in not an infection in the area. This could have the odor you are referring to. Another possibility is a food trap where bacteria is collecting and not being removed. Proper flossing and other cleaning tools can help to remove the bacteria that is contributing to this issue. When you see your dentist and the problem is discovered, ask how you can continue to keep the implant clean so the odor and related problems do not recur. I would try to be seen a little sooner.

Foul odor and oozing around your implant may be suggestive of inflammation. Inflammation can lead to further loss of tissue and bone and create implantitis (equivalent of gum disease, but around implants), so it is important to control and treat it as soon as possible. This can be due to food or plaque entrapment, poor hygiene practices, or poor margin on your crown causing difficulty to keep the area clean.

A surgeon and your restorative dentist should be able to evaluate this by a simple clinical evaluation and X-ray and then either correct it or suggest ways to keep it cleaner.