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What are the early signs of peri-implantitis? Question

Early signs of a problem around an implant are red or tender gums and bleeding when you brush. That stage is peri-implant mucositis, which affects only the gums and can be reversed if treated early. Peri-implantitis adds loss of the bone that supports the implant, with deeper pockets, pus or receding gums.

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What to know

  • Plaque causes peri-implant mucositis.
  • Risk factors include past gum disease, poor plaque control, smoking and diabetes.
  • Your dentist should take baseline X-rays and probing measurements after the implant crown is placed.

Sources

  1. AAP: Peri-Implant Diseases
  2. Berglundh et al. Peri-implant diseases and conditions: 2017 World Workshop consensus report. J Clin Periodontol, 2018 (PubMed 29926491)

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