The most common risk of dental implant surgery is getting an infection at the implant site. This can happen if bacteria from the mouth gets into the wound during the procedure or if poor oral hygiene causes bacteria to grow afterwards. To lower this risk, your dentist will use antiseptics like chlorhexidine mouthwash during treatment, and they may also give you antibiotics to take after surgery. Another possible complication is nerve damage; some nerves near the implant’s placement could become irritated or compressed by the titanium post inserted into your jawbone. This kind of injury can cause intense pain, numbness, and tingling in that area, so it’s important to tell your dentist immediately if any of these symptoms show up after your operation. Excessive force on the implant when chewing may cause it to break. This is especially true if you did not wait long enough for osseointegration, which allows the jawbone to properly bond with the titanium post, before putting pressure on it. It is best to wait until your dentist gives you the green light before biting down too hard on anything with your implants. Sinus problems can also happen when upper back molar implants are put in close to the maxillary sinuses. If bone tissue from these cavities is moved during installation, the mucosal lining could get infected, which could lead to sinusitis. If you notice any of the above, get in touch with your dentist right away.