Perplexed by the elusive inflamed dental implant? Confused by the various treatment/management strategies?
The introduction of dental implants in the overall management of patients is at an all-time high, and dental professionals have yet to achieve consensus for a standard of care. Recent data now demonstrate that inflammation associated with implants is commonplace and can result in loss of the implant, with failure rates continuing to be at an all-time high. Implant diseases range from mucositis to bone loss implantitis. Long-term implant success can depend on quality prevention, treatment and maintenance. The dental team (especially the dental hygienist) requires successful systems and tools to enhance longevity and implant health.
Learning Objectives:
Enhance diagnostic and differentiation skills for implantitis versus mucositis.
Examine considerations for local versus systemic antibiotics in detoxification/decontamination.
Create innovative at-home oral hygiene systems that enhance compliance.
Incorporate safe techniques for chairside anti-inflammatory biofilm control with innovative technology, such as air medicinal delivery and lasers.
Determine the prognosis of a diseased implant and develop the ultimate treatment plan.