Can Dental Implants Become Loose?

August 5, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — drbrong @ 3:33 pm
Man looking in mirror and pulling back lip to inspect his dental implant

Dental implants are the most secure replacement option out there today. They have three main parts: the titanium post that anchors to your jawbone for maximum stability, the visible and cosmetically pleasing crown, and the abutment that fastens the two together. The vast majority of the time, these pieces remain interlocked for the duration of your implant’s lifespan.

However, it’s not unreasonable for you to wonder if your dental implant could ever become loose. It’s a very rare occurrence, but not impossible. Keep reading so that if your precious replacement ever starts wiggling, you’ll know why and what to do!

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