Periimplantitis, like Periodontitis, is an inflammatory disease that affects the bone around the implant. It is caused by the accumulation of microbes on the implant, which leads to the gradual detachment of the gums and the appearance of pockets. Patients with a history of Periodontitis are more likely to be infected with Periimplantitis. For this reason, Periodontitis must be treated before dental implants are placed in the patient's mouth.
Periimplantitis Treatment
The treatment of Periimplantitis is similar to the treatment of Periodontitis. It begins with conservative (non-surgical) treatment and proceeds with more invasive methods that aim to stop the permanent destruction of the bone. Usually the most effective treatment in Periimplantitis are the surgical methods, which with the help of grafts, aim to regenerate the lost bone around the implant.
