Dental education
Dental Implant Risks
Possible complications
Implant surgery can lead to infection or injury to nearby structures. An implant may also fail to integrate with bone or become loose later.
Discuss your situation
Tell your dentist about medications, tobacco use, and health conditions. Ask which risks apply to the planned implant location and how problems would be handled.
Separate early and later problems
Some risks concern surgery and the structures near the implant site. Others can arise during healing or after the replacement tooth is in use. Ask which risks are most relevant to the planned location and how the dentist intends to monitor for them.
Ask how problems would be handled
Discuss whom to contact if the implant or its restoration feels loose and what follow-up visits are included. Compare the possible complications and maintenance needs of other tooth replacement options. Ask which health or dental findings might change the timing or suitability of the plan.
Source
General education for research. Ask a qualified dental professional about individual care.