Dental Implant Emergency in Worthing
If you have a loose implant crown, pain around an implant, swelling, bleeding, or a bridge has come off an implant, you need advice quickly. At Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic Dentistry in Worthing, we assess implant emergencies and aim to stabilise the situation, relieve discomfort, and recommend the safest next step.
If you have severe facial swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or swelling spreading rapidly, seek urgent medical help (111/999) and contact us as soon as possible.
Need urgent help?
Call us on 01903 821822 (Worthing). If you can, send a photo of the area and bring any loose crown/bridge with you.
This is the key difference:
1) The implant crown/bridge is loose (most common)
The crown feels wobbly when biting
A screw may have loosened, or cement has failed
Often fixable quickly by tightening/replacing the screw or re-fitting the crown/bridge.
2) The implant itself feels loose (more serious)
The implant fixture (not just the crown) moves
Pain + mobility may suggest loss of integration/bone support
This needs prompt assessment. Avoid chewing on that side.
Common implant emergency symptoms
Contact us if you have any of the following:
Implant crown/bridge came off
Crown/bridge is loose or clicking
Pain around an implant (new or worsening)
Swelling, discharge, bleeding, bad taste, or pus around the implant
Gum soreness with food trapping
Cracked/chipped implant crown
Recent trauma affecting the implant area
What to do now (first-aid advice):
Do not chew on the implant side if anything is loose
Keep the area clean: brush gently and rinse with warm salt water
Avoid “DIY” glue (superglue/household adhesives can cause damage)
If the crown/bridge has come off, keep it safe and bring it to your appointment
If you grind/clench, avoid heavy biting until assessed
What we do at your emergency appointment
We will:
Examine the implant and surrounding gum
Check whether the problem is the restoration (crown/bridge/screw) or the implant
Check your bite (overload is a common cause of repeated loosening)
Take X-rays if required
Explain your options and costs clearly before treatment
Emergency treatment options
Depending on the cause, we may:
Tighten or replace the implant screw
Re-fit or re-cement an implant crown/bridge (where appropriate)
Repair/replace a damaged crown
Treat gum inflammation/infection around the implant (peri-implant mucositis)
Manage peri-implantitis (if bone is involved) and discuss the safest plan
Adjust the bite to reduce overload
Recommend a night guard if grinding is contributing
Preventing future implant emergencies:
To reduce repeat issues:
Clean daily with interdental brushes/superfloss around implants
Attend regular hygiene maintenance
Address bleeding early
Use a night guard if you grind/clench
Ensure bite forces are balanced across restorations
FAQs
My implant crown is loose — is that urgent? Yes. A loose crown can worsen quickly, trap food, irritate the gum, or damage components. Prompt assessment often makes the fix simpler.
The crown fell off — can I glue it back on? No. Please don’t use household glue. Bring the crown/bridge with you.
How quickly can you see me? Availability varies, but we prioritise urgent implant problems. Call 01903 821822 to discuss.
What if the implant itself is loose? That needs urgent assessment. Avoid chewing on that side and contact us as soon as possible.
Book an urgent implant assessment in Worthing. If you have pain, swelling, bleeding, or a loose implant crown/bridge, contact Clinic for Implant & Orthodontic Dentistry in Worthing.
Call: 01903 821822
Address: 7 Chapel Road, Worthing, West Sussex BN11 1EG
If you have, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or swelling spreading rapidly, seek urgent medical help (111/999) and contact us as soon as possible.
Need urgent help?
Call us on 01903 821822 (Worthing). If you can, send a photo of the area and bring any loose crown/bridge with you.