{"id":37062,"date":"2022-10-31T13:36:39","date_gmt":"2022-10-31T08:06:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/?p=37062"},"modified":"2025-08-11T12:28:16","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T06:58:16","slug":"peri-implantitis-causes-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/peri-implantitis-causes-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Peri-Implantitis Causes &#038; Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Peri-implantitis is a disease that affects dental implants. It is the most common long-term complication of dental implants, affecting approximately 20%-40% of patients in the first decade after treatment. The most common causes of peri-implantitis Causes &amp; Treatment are poor osseointegration, microorganisms, and a lack of maintenance of oral hygiene. This article covers peri-implantitis, its various forms of it, its causes, signs and symptoms, and possible treatment options. Peri-implantitis is a specific site infectious disease that irritates an inflammatory process to soft tissues, and causes bone loss around an Osseo integrated implant in function.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-7d812b4c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background\" style=\"border-radius: 2px; background-color: #ba0c49; color: #fffffa;\" href=\"tel:00919820446633\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Call Now<\/a><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color\" style=\"border-radius: 2px; color: #ba0c49;\" href=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/enquiry5\/?utm_source=blogs&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=5%20foods%20that%20make%20your%20kids%20teeth%20stronger\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get In Touch<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-peri-implantitis\">What is peri-implantitis?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Peri-implantitis is an infection or inflammation that occurs around the<a href=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/multiple-dental-implant-teeth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> implants<\/a>. It is the most common long-term complication of dental implants, affecting approximately 20%-40% of patients in the first decade after treatment. Peri-implantitis is more likely to occur in individuals with poor oral hygiene and a low immune system. When tooth implants are placed in the mouth, the bacteria from teeth and gum tissue can get into the inside of the implant and start growing there, which can lead to peri-implantitis.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"510\" height=\"286\" class=\"wp-image-11928\" src=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Apicoectomy-root-end-infection-510x286.jpg\" alt=\"Apicoectomy-root-end-infections\" title=\"\">\r\n<figcaption>tooth infection<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-variants-of-peri-implantitis\">Variants of peri-implantitis<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Acute &#8211; This is the most common form of peri-implantitis, and the symptoms are usually seen within the first six months after dental implant placement.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Chronic- This is a less common condition than acute peri-implantitis, and the symptoms usually occur after one year after <a href=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dental <\/a>implant placement.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Surgical &#8211; This condition is caused by bacteria entering the site of a surgical procedure and growing in the gum tissues around the implant.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-37939\" src=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/image-1.png\" alt=\"peri-implantitis implant infection\" width=\"580\" height=\"251\" title=\"\">\r\n<figcaption>peri-implantitis tooth implant infection<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-causes-of-peri-implants\">Causes of peri-implants<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most common cause is\u00a0tartar buildup at the implant site, which harbours toxin-emitting bacteria that cause irritation of the surrounding gum tissue, and ultimately results in tissue and bone loss.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><strong>Inadequate osseointegration<\/strong> &#8211; The implant is unable to form a proper bond with the surrounding bone, which means that it is not as secure as it should be.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><strong>Microorganisms<\/strong> &#8211; Bacteria in the mouth, such as Streptococcus, enter the gums and tissue around the implant and start multiplying. &#8211;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><strong>Insufficient maintenance of oral hygiene<\/strong>. Patients do not take proper care of their gums and teeth, which increases the risk of periodontal disease.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"><a href=\"http:\/\/Causes%20&amp;%20Treatment\">Causes &amp; Treatment<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-symptoms-of-peri-implantitis\">Symptoms of peri-implantitis<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Pain around the dental implant &#8211; This is a common symptom of peri-implantitis. Which usually occurs in the first six months after dental implant placement.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Swollen or red gums &#8211; Gums around the dental implant may become swollen, red, and painful.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Drainage around the implant &#8211; Patients may notice a discharge coming from the site of the dental implant.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Loose dental implant &#8211; Over time, a tooth implant may become loose, which is a sign of peri-implantitis.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-treatment-options-for-peri-implantitis\">Treatment options for peri-implantitis<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The treatment for peri-implantitis varies depending on the severity of the condition. Treatment options for peri-implantitis include surgery, antibiotic therapy, and implant removal. After the surgery, patients usually receive antibiotic therapy. Surgical intervention therapy\u00a0is recommended for treating peri-implantitis for a more favorable outcome. Surgical treatment includes access flap and debridement, access flap and bone recontouring or resective surgery, and regenerative approaches using bone grafts with or without a membrane.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-7d812b4c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background\" style=\"border-radius: 2px; background-color: #ba0c49; color: #fffffa;\" href=\"tel:00919820446633\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Call Now<\/a><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color\" style=\"border-radius: 2px; color: #ba0c49;\" href=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/enquiry5\/?utm_source=blogs&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=5%20foods%20that%20make%20your%20kids%20teeth%20stronger\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get In Touch<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Peri-implantitis is a serious condition that can lead to implant failure. It is important to take good care of your oral hygiene and visit the <a href=\"http:\/\/chiragchamria.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dentist<\/a> regularly to prevent the condition. If you exhibit any symptoms, contact your dentist immediately. Peri-implantitis if left untreated\u00a0can progress to severe stage and eventually lead to implant loss. If caught early, and with adequate supervision from a competent dentist, peri-implantitis can be treated before it ever causes undue discomfort or embarrassment.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-qubely-map qubely-block-099e01\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/maps.google.com\/maps?q=Royal%20Dental%20Clinic%20%7C%20Same%20Day%20Dental%20Implant%20%26%20Cosmetic%20Treatment%2C%20Kandivali%20Thakur%20Complex%2C%20V%20Mall%2C%20Western%20Express%20Hwy%2C%20Kandivali%20East%2C%20Mumbai%2C%20Maharashtra%20400101&amp;t=&amp;z=16&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;iwloc=&amp;output=embed\" width=\"100%\" height=\"350px\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Suggested Article \u2013<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/pros-and-cons-of-full-mouth-dental-implants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pros and Cons of Full Mouth Dental Implants<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/difference-between-crowns-and-dental-implants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Difference between Crowns and Dental Implants?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/who-is-the-best-dental-implant-specialist-in-delhi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Who is the Best Dental Implant specialist<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Peri-implantitis is a disease that affects dental implants. 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