What is Periimplantitis?
Periimplantitis is an infectious condition that occurs in individuals who have undergone implant treatment. It is characterized by inflammation of the bone and soft tissues around dental implants. This condition can lead to damage to the tissues around the implant and loss of the implant.
Periimplantitis should not be confused with periimplant mucositis, which is a gum disease. Mucositis is simply inflammation of the gums around the implant and is usually a milder condition. However, periimplantitis is a progressive infection and can lead to bone loss.
If left untreated, periimplantitis can cause implant failure and permanent damage to surrounding tissues.
What are the Symptoms of Periimplantitis?
Symptoms of Periimplantitis may include:
Redness, swelling, or bleeding in the gums around the implant
Erosion of bone around the implant
Deepening of gum pockets
Fluid flow around the implant
Pusculin accumulation under the gums or in the bone around the implant
Loosening or movement of the implant
How is Periimplantitis Treated?
Periimplantitis treatment aims to control the infection and restore the tissues around the implant to health. Treatment usually includes the following steps:
Professional dental cleaning and hygiene training
Surface cleaning and surgical intervention if necessary
Antibiotic treatment
A protective coating or membrane placed on the implant
How is Periimplantitis Prevented?
The following precautions can be taken to prevent periimplantitis:
Practising good oral hygiene and treating gum disease
Not smoking
Going to the dentist for regular check-ups and having teeth cleaned
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and eating a balanced diet
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Frequently Asked Questions: “periimplantitis“
Most treatments are usually associated with minimal pain or discomfort. However, if surgery is necessary, there may be some discomfort during the recovery process.
Yes, progressive cases of peri-implantitis can also damage other surrounding teeth and tissues.
The main cause of peri-implantitis is poor oral hygiene. Other risk factors include smoking, systemic diseases, and the method of implant placement.
Early symptoms may include redness, swelling, bleeding, and loss of bone around the implant. Early diagnosis is important because it can increase the chance of successful treatment.
