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While dental implants have a very high success rate, complications can occur—especially when implants are placed without 3D guided planning, overloaded by an unbalanced bite, or affected by gum infection (peri-implantitis). If you have an implant placed elsewhere that feels loose, hurts when you chew, has receding gums, or has a chipped crown or broken screw, prompt specialist intervention is critical.
As King County's only Board-Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology and a Board-Certified Prosthodontist, Dr. Michael Yeh specializes in diagnosing, rescuing, and replacing failing or failed dental implants in Federal Way.
Common implant complications we treat & repair
Not every painful or loose dental implant is a total failure—sometimes only the prosthetic screw or abutment is loose, while other cases require targeted laser detoxification and bone grafting.
If the implant post itself is solid in the bone, our in-house dental lab can retrieve broken abutment screws and fabricate a new, properly balanced crown or bridge.
When bacteria cause gum inflammation and bone loss around an implant, we use advanced laser therapy, decontamination, and bone grafting to save the implant.
If an implant has lost osseointegration or was placed at a poor angle, Dr. Yeh gently removes it, rebuilds the bone site, and places a properly guided replacement implant.
Never ignore bleeding, swelling, or movement around a dental implant—early treatment can often save the surrounding jawbone and rescue your restoration.
Call our Federal Way office at (253) 838-1225 for a comprehensive 3D CBCT implant evaluation with Dr. Michael Yeh.
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Corinne K. said
"Jeremy and friends get a 5 star experience from me! My bridge (4 front teeth) looks better than I thought it would ever look. Dr. Michael and all the staff work together very well January 2026. Had to have another bridge and was very comfortable with the nice warm blanket!!!! And Nitris!! Thank you Amber, Shub, Paulette,Jeremy & Dr. Sandy!!! Well done"
Emergency Dental Care in Federal Way
What to do if your dental implant feels loose or painful
Dental pain, post-surgical concerns, or damaged restorations require prompt, expert attention. Our Federal Way team reserves time every day to provide immediate relief and protect your smile.
If a crown, abutment, prosthetic, or tooth fragment comes loose, place it in a clean container and bring it to our office.
Rinse gently with warm salt water to soothe gum tissue and keep the area clean without scrubbing sensitive sites.
Apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek in 15-minute intervals and avoid chewing hard foods on that side.
Call (253) 838-1225 right away—we reserve daily openings for same-day emergency visits in Federal Way.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The questions below cover essential details about Federal Way Dental Excellence, our specialist doctors, and practice policies. If you have questions regarding specific dental procedures, feel free to explore our dedicated service pages or contact our Federal Way team directly at (253) 838-1225.
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