The Screw in my Dental Implant Has Broken Twice, What's Causing This?

January 3, 2012
Asked By:maybell17 in Los Angeles, CA

What might be causing this? My dentist and oral surgeon were able to get the first screw out and replace it and now a few years later it has happened again. I am so upset about this and don't know what I should do. The implant looks good and sturdy in xrays though.

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January 14, 2012

Answer: Screw fractures in implant

January 14, 2012

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January 9, 2012

Answer: Screw breaking

January 9, 2012

Answer: Screw breaking

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