How do I know if I have implant gum problems?
You may have early peri-implant gum disease if:
With severe disease you may notice that:
- Your gums are red and swollen
- Your gums bleed easily when you brush or eat hard foods. Bleeding gums are not normal
- You have bad breath
- You may a salty or metallic taste in your mouth
With severe disease you may notice that:
- Your implant becomes wobbly
- Your gums have receded exposing the metallic portion of the implant