Broken sutures and white film on gum 3 days after implant

[bawgden]

Hi -- I got an implant placed where one of my molars used to be 3 and a half days ago. Tonight I rinsed my mouth with mouthwash and spat out the sutures that were placed to hold my gum in place over the implant. There is also a whitish coating on part the gum, which I initially assumed was a healing cap, but now am starting to believe is plaque. I don't want to pick at it for fear of making my situation worse. There is no bleeding -- the gum looks like it's healed, and the implant produces very mild discomfort, nothing like a tooth infection. I am however afraid of getting an infection and my bone eventually rejecting the implant as a result. I am seeing my doctor tomorrow afternoon, but meanwhile I wanted to know if this sounds like I have an implant-threatening infection, and if there's anything advisable to do in this situation.

I have tried to be extremely careful about my oral hygiene since the implant; the dentist advised me to brush gently around the implant spot, and to use an anti-bacterial mouthwash, both of which I did. I've also been on a soft-food diet, and have only eaten food at room temperature, and avoiding dairy as well (supposed to prevent the formation of blood clots). I'm also on anti-biotics and pain-killers, so I can't really tell if there's anything painful there. Thanks in advance for any answers.

[scottma]

Early loss of suture probably yields no significant consequence of osseointegration of implant, as long as flap is well adapted. Going back to your surgeon to have a follow up exam is advised.