Gum issues ongoing after dental arches installed

[ValiA]

I am experiencing ongoing soft tissue soreness along with some numbness along chin and either side of nostrils since surgery and installation of my dental arch implants. It’s been almost 5 months. My dentist says this is normal? Do I need a 2nd opinion?

 

[Dr M]

It sounds like there might be some nerve damage related to the placement of the implants. This is a risk prior to dental implant surgery, especially if the implants are places in the only available areas where sufficient bone is present, and these areas are located close to nerves. A lot of times, these nerves heal themselves, but the time-frame can differ. Sometimes it takes days, sometimes it takes months. Other times the nerve damage can be permanent. If you are worried, you can get a second opinion from an oral surgeon.

 

[dental_care]

Ongoing soft tissue soreness and numbness in your chin and nostrils 5 months after dental arch implant surgery is not typically normal. Get a second opinion from another experienced implant dentist to rule out nerve issues or other complications. Bring your records and be prepared for a thorough exam. It's important to ensure proper healing and address any potential problems.

 

[dental_care]

I am experiencing ongoing soft tissue soreness along with some numbness along chin and either side of nostrils since surgery and installation of my dental arch implants. It’s been almost 5 months. My dentist says this is normal? Do I need a 2nd opinion?

Ongoing soft tissue soreness and numbness in your chin and nostrils 5 months after dental arch implant surgery is not typically normal. Get a second opinion from another experienced implant dentist to rule out nerve issues or other complications. Bring your records and be prepared for a thorough exam. It's important to ensure proper healing and address any potential problems.

 

[ValiA]

It sounds like there might be some nerve damage related to the placement of the implants. This is a risk prior to dental implant surgery, especially if the implants are places in the only available areas where sufficient bone is present, and these areas are located close to nerves. A lot of times, these nerves heal themselves, but the time-frame can differ. Sometimes it takes days, sometimes it takes months. Other times the nerve damage can be permanent. If you are worried, you can get a second opinion from an oral surgeon.

Thank you for the information. I do need to get another opinion. My dentist feels this is all normal. He has no idea what to do to ease the discomfort. I should have done better research.