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Because the placement of a dental implant<\/a> involves attaching a prosthetic tooth to a titanium base, you don\u2019t expect to feel any discomfort after the healing process concludes. Unfortunately, you\u2019ve still noticed some lingering pain sensations, and you want to know why. Continue reading to find out what can contribute to sensitivity in a dental implant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What May be Causing Your Sensitivity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re experiencing any discomfort associated with a dental implant, it\u2019s not from the prosthetic itself; it comes from the surrounding area. The problem could stem from one of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gum Infection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For dental implantation to be successful, you need healthy gums. If the soft tissue in your mouth becomes infected, it can lead to jawbone loss that leaves the implant loose and causes pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, if too much dental cement is used during the placement of the implant crown, the gums can become painfully infected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crowding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your teeth fit snuggly inside your mouth, so there is little room for error when it comes to placing a dental implant. If the implant is inserted too close to your other tooth roots, it can place unusual pressure on the surrounding teeth, leading you to believe that the implant is failing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Impaction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Leftover food particles that become trapped between your dental implant and natural teeth can cause sensitivity. To be on the safe side, it\u2019s best to avoid certain foods (popcorn, nuts and others with a similar texture).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tissue or Nerve Damage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Because dental implantation requires a surgical procedure, there is the potential of the soft tissue and nerves being damaged. The good news is that the soft tissue can heal, but nerve damage may be permanent, causing continuous pain in that part of your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Allergic Reaction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In rare cases, patients have an allergic reaction to the titanium alloy that the implant is constructed from. Some of the potential symptoms of an allergic reaction are loss of taste, swollen gums and a tingling sensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Signs That Your Dental Implant is Failing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A failing dental implant can also leave you in pain. Here are some of the possible indicators to be on the lookout for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n