We at the Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania are proud of the implant work we do. Endosteal implants have a 95% success rate, and have improved millions of peoples’ lives. Sometimes, however, even the best kind of procedure can be done badly or be compromised later. Peri-implantitis is the inflammation of gum tissue around an implant, and is the most common reason for implant failure.
Peri-implantitis sometimes occurs soon after an artificial crown is placed because the dental cement leaked or wasn’t placed properly and settled on the gum tissue. Often, however, it is the result periodontal disease, which may have also destroyed the original tooth. Early on, either problem can be fixed through rigorous oral hygiene, including brushing, flossing, and mouthwash. However, if periodontal disease is allowed to set in, surgery may be required.
Implants depend on successful fusion with the jaw bone. (“Endosteal” refers to the outermost layer of a bone.) If the location of the fusion is damaged, the implant may fall out or need to be removed. Patients can avoid implant failure if they maintain all the hygienic practices which are used to avoid normal periodontal disease, but sometimes this is difficult for patients with compromised dexterity, such as those with Parkinson’s disease. If the gum around your implant is inflamed, seek help; don’t wait for it to go away on its own. To schedule an appointment, call 215-463-4141 or visit OralSurgeryPA.com and fill out a contact sheet.
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