Although dental implants have a high success rate of 95–98%, poor oral hygiene, smoking, certain systemic diseases, and/or excessive biting forces can increase the risk of peri-implantitis, a progressive inflammatory condition that is similar to gum disease.
Early diagnosis is essential for treating ailing dental implants and preventing loss of soft and hard tissue around dental implants related to peri-implantitis. LAPIP ™ (Laser Assisted Peri-Implantitis Protocol) is the only FDA-cleared laser procedure to treat failing dental implants and is highly effective at preventing implant failures in Arcadia, CA—without the issues associated with revision implant surgery.
The first step to restoring a stable smile is for Dr. Peterson to assess the extent of tissue degradation around your implants by analyzing images of the area and testing pocket depth with a special probe. In some cases, antibiotic treatment is sufficient to reverse the infection. If it’s determined that LAPIP is the most optimal treatment method, the PerioLase® MVP-7™ laser gently vaporizes bacteria, diseased tissue, pathologic proteins, and titanium corrosion contaminants in your soft tissue.
Next, ultrasonic scaler tips are used to remove surface growth and make any necessary bone modifications. The laser forms a stable fibrin blood clot containing stem cells from your bone, thereby protecting the area and enhancing the healing process. Although peri-implantitis isn’t common, visiting Arcadia Perio for regular maintenance is essential to check the health of your dental implants. You should schedule a visit with Dr. Peterson immediately if you experience swollen gums, tenderness, and/or mouth sensitivity in the area where you received dental implants!
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