When you invest in dental implants to restore your smile, you expect a solution that feels secure and permanent. Unlike traditional dentures, which rely on suction or adhesive, implants anchor directly into your jawbone. However, patients often ask us a critical question: Is it possible for my implant to shift? At Christina Brinda DDS in North Canton, we believe in empowering our patients with the knowledge they need to protect their smiles for a lifetime. As your trusted North Canton Dentist, Dr.Christina Brinda ensures that every implant procedure prioritizes long-term stability. While true dental implants are designed to be immovable, understanding why they might feel loose is essential for your oral health.
The Science of Stability: Why Implants Should Not Move
A successful dental implant relies on a biological process called osseointegration. After Dr. Christina Brinda places the titanium post into your jaw, your natural bone grows around and fuses with the metal surface. This fusion creates a solid, unified structure that functions just like a natural tooth root. Because of this bond, a fully healed dental implant does not have a periodontal ligament like a natural tooth. This means it cannot shift or move on its own under normal circumstances.
Why an Implant Might Feel Loose
If you do notice movement, it is rarely the implant post itself shifting. Instead, the sensation often stems from one of three other issues:
Loose Restoration
The most common cause of shifting is actually the loosening of the screw or cement holding your crown, bridge, or denture to the implant post. This is a mechanical issue that Dr. Brinda can typically fix easily in the office.
Bone Loss
If gum disease, also known as peri-implantitis develops around the implant, it can erode the supporting bone. Without adequate bone support, the implant can lose its stability.
Trauma or Overloading
Excessive biting forces, such as those from untreated teeth grinding (bruxism) or an accident, can overwhelm the bone-to-implant bond, potentially causing mobility.
Protecting Your Investment
Preventing movement starts with excellent care. While implants cannot decay, the gums and bone supporting them remain vulnerable to infection.
Commit to Hygiene
Daily brushing and flossing around your implant are non-negotiable to prevent inflammation.
Monitor Your Bite
If you grind your teeth at night, ask us about a protective night guard to cushion your implants from excessive force.
Regular Check-Ups
Frequent visits allow us to check the integrity of your restoration and the health of your bone using digital imaging.
Expert Care for a Secure Smile
If you ever feel movement in your implant or restoration, do not wait. Early detection is the key to saving the implant and restoring stability. At Christina Brinda DDS, we combine advanced diagnostic technology with compassionate care to ensure your smile remains as strong as the day it was restored.
📞 Call our North Canton office today at (330) 498-0668 to schedule an appointment.
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General Dentist Brinda is the best dentist I ever been to . If you’ve been holding off going to the dentist, whether for just cleaning or getting wisdom teeth out , go here . The staff is so welcoming and friendly and Dr. Brinda is so knowledgeable and walked me through every procedure from start to finish and all the expectations. She is a perfectionist that wants you to look your best and goes out of her way to do just that . I went in for a whitening treatment and cleaning and it was the best experience that I had at a dental practice! I definitely recommend this place to anyone looking to feel comfortable,well cared for and informed, while receiving best treatment for their smile.
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Dr. Brinda is hands down the best dentist I’ve ever been to! My wife and I live in Michigan and we make the drive every year to go see her because she’s that good! Whether it’s going in for cleaning/whitening or taking care of a cavity, I always have a great experience going here. I’ve never really enjoyed going to the doctor for anything, but I can honestly say I enjoy coming here for my yearly checkups. Dr. Brinda is very knowledgeable and extremely professional, and she goes out of her way to make people feel welcome and cared for. Highly highly recommend!
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Dr. Brinda and her amazing office team are lovely; down to earth and outstandingly competent. Their main focus, I have no doubt from all of my visits, is their patient’s oral health. This team is professional and efficient, but also what we all want in a medical team of any sort, very knowledgeable. I truly appreciate all of the care and concern this office has offered me. This is truly a top notch team and one you can thoroughly entrust with your dental health. Thank you to you all.
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I personally was shadowing Dr. Brinda's office for my Dental Hygienist Program, and it was an amazing experience! Dr.Brinda and her wonderful team are constantly working to make sure things are sterilized, wiped down, and organized for your visit! There was nobody sitting around, but everyone was helping other people out! Staff at Dr. Brinda's office was respectful, sweet and supportive! Dr. Brinda personally took time with patients, and treated them like a person, not just a patient. She asked recurring patients about an update on their personal lives from the patients last visit, and it was amazing to see the patients smile when she remembered. Overall, from someone who saw behind the scenes of this office, I would gladly come there to visit just to see the amazing work they do. I highly recommend Dr. Brinda's Office!
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My oldest started at 1 1/2 - 2 years old and now is 16. All are very happy with Dr. Brinda as well as the staff. Very caring and always explain what is going on when performing dental work beyond basic cleanings. Great attention to detail.
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Dr. Brinda is friendly, caring and knowledgeable as are the staff. The atmosphere makes you feel at ease for any dental procedure.
Thanks to Dr. Brinda and all the staff.
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I normally don’t make recommendations or write testimonials for services rendered. I expect and demand the highest patient care for my hard earned buck, period. I have been a patient for several years. Her team of professionals are exceeding my expectations regarding knowledge, kindness, skills, patient care, and my well being. Beginning from the initial phone call to schedule an appointment, through all of the facets of dental care provided, and processing the insurance payment, each employee earns a five star on my every visit.
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The most friendly staff I have ever seen in a dentist office! Dr Brinda was super knowledgeable about some underlying health conditions and my pregnancy and was super through and cautious! Say bye bye to any anxiety from dentistry work at this office it’s feels welcoming and homey and very clean.
