Dental implants have a 98 percent success rate among patients, and rarely require removal or replacing. But in some cases, certain factors may interfere with long-term implant success and lead to failing dental implants in Charleston, SC, patients, the most common of which is a condition called peri-implantitis. Caused by poor oral hygiene, peri-implantitis damages the bone and gum tissues surrounding a dental implant and is characterized by symptoms like bleeding, inflammation, and implant mobility.

Without proper and timely care, peri-implantitis can lead to failing implants. Dr. Robert Carimi has extensive training in treating implants and can help save your oral health, smile, and tooth replacement investment. He uses advanced imaging technology and thorough clinical examination to assess implant health, identifies the cause of, and plan the ideal course of care.

Improper placement, an ill-fitting restoration, poor oral hygiene, or peri-implantitis are all causes of implant failure.