03/15/2026
Loose healing abutments and loose implant crowns are more than just a mechanical issue — they quickly become plaque traps.
Plaque accumulation around a loose suprastructure can lead to peri-implant inflammation and progressive bone loss if not detected early.
One of the most common mistakes is assuming that a crown or healing abutment is fully seated based on visual inspection alone.
The most reliable way to confirm that the suprastructure is fully seated on the implant is with a bitewing radiograph, not a periapical x-ray.
A small detail — but it can make a big difference in preventing peri-implant complications
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