Patients might wonder what the dangers of dental implants are. However, if they go to a trained specialist, they should not have much to worry about. Problems with dental implants are rare, and when they occasionally occur, are usually easy to treat. Smoking or other medical conditions increase the risk of issues. Problems include:

• Infection where the implant was placed
• Damage or injury to surrounding teeth, gums or bone
• Nerve damage, which might cause numbness in the lips, chin or gums
• Sinus issues when implants are placed in the upper jaw and enter a sinus cavity