It was once believed that dental implants were impervious to dental infections.
However, increasing evidence suggests that dental implants can be affected by gum disease similar to teeth.
There is a varying spectrum, like Periodontal Disease of natural teeth, as to how the infection affects and damages the interface between implant and bone.
Thus, proper post-treatment care of any implant is critical to the longevity of the treatment. Read more.
It can start with a type of allergic reaction to the bacteria that is left sitting around an implant and not cleaned away. This plaque becomes hardened over time only to attract more plaque.
This causes the soft tissues and gums to react by swelling and easily bleeding on brush or with simple agitation.
This is followed by an invasive process starting with a loss of detachment of the gum and soft tissues surrounding the dental implant. It is seen as pocketing around the implant.
The inflammation is as a result of the toxins in bacteria. This causes further bleeding and swelling.
If left to persist, then the infection spreads to the bone. The bacteria invade the bone, breaking it down and causing further tissue damage.
The process of osseointegration (where the bone connected with the threading in the dental implant during the healing phase) is unravelled. The bone supporting the implant then begins to deteriorate away, loosening the implant.
Since the dental implant is often covered with a crown, bridge or prosthetic (denture), any biting pressure will simply make the infection around the implant worse.
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This requires a clinical examination of the tissues around the implant and a radiographic evaluation. Read more.
The dentist will look at all the following aspects of the dental implant:
Symptoms of Peri-implantitis
The symptoms will vary according to the severity of the condition and type of peri-implantitis:
Our treatment will differ depending on whether the diagnosis is Peri-Implant Mucositis or Peri-Implantitis. The first protocol, regardless of diagnosis, involves management and control of the infection.
The treatment involves the removal and debridement of the infected tissue. This can be carried out under local anaesthesia.
It may or may not involve surgery of the gums. It can also include regenerative and respective surgical techniques. We care for nervous patients.
It is important to use instruments that are softer than titanium to clean the implant site. These can be a non-metallic tip, resin/carbon fibre curettes, or an ultrasonic cleaner.
Prevention is better than any treatment protocol subsequently. Early detection is key to a successful outcome.
It is essential to minimise any risk factors that can worsen the problem, such as smoking.
Mechanical Debridement is Usually Necessary
There is now also laser therapy that can be done to facilitate better healing and bio-stimulation of the bone.
Antibiotics often support the treatment. This is then followed by a healing phase and subsequently a re-assessment phase.
You should follow a strict home tooth cleaning program as soon as you decide to have implants placed.
It will become very important that you are regularly seen by our hygiene therapist so that she can keep an eye on you before, during and after your dental implant treatment.
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Many reasons patients in London and beyond choose us is because of our attention to detail, the care we provide, how we prepare and the results we achieve.
At The Perfect Smile, we understand that patients may be naturally nervous when thinking of undergoing dental implant surgery.
We want to reassure you that the dental implant treatment is not painful due to the proper use of local anaesthetics to numb the bone and gum deeply.
We can also use sedation techniques that also contribute to no pain or discomfort. More.
Fast Process
The price of a dental implant can depend on whether any further treatments are needed to make sure your implant is a success.
| Treatment | Cost |
|---|---|
|
Implant Consultation |
£100 |
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Implant Placement from |
£1250 |
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Crown from |
£1200 |
Is the Process Painful? You can expect to feel pain with a new implant; however, the discomfort is kept to a minimum with modern anaesthetics. Nevertheless, post-process, there can be some swelling and aching for 5 -10 days. Many patients have multiple implants in a single day without undue pain or distress. More.
An unparalleled level of patient trust: Dr Rahul Doshi is the founder of the Perfect Smile and is the current President of the BACD.
With over 25 years of dental implant experience, Dr Rahul Doshi proudly leads a highly skilled team with access to the latest dental technology.
Implants are colour matched and then shaped to blend in with your existing teeth. To the naked eye, an implant is very hard to spot.
Once the implant has fused with your jawbone and tissues, the artificial titanium implant acts as an ordinary root.
When we implant a titanium implant into the jawbone, it becomes part of your oral foundation.
This offers several health benefits that include preventing any bone loss whilst supporting the jawbone structure and reducing the risk of gum disease. More.
“If treated correctly, dental implants can last from ten to twenty-five years or more.”
Dental implants can help with:
The longevity of your implant depends on how you improve and maintain your oral health. Read more.