April 02, 2013

Implants Need Professional Cleaning Too!




The Journal of ProstheticDentistry (JPD) includes its annual review of the scientific literature.  In the implant section, 2010 literature is  gathered, reviewed and referenced that shows that peri-implantitis (inflammation around implants with bleeding or suppuration on probing, probing depth of more than 5mm or progressive bone loss) is typically a condition of late onset, meaning can occur more than 5 years after implant placement.  Since these infections can occur after many successful years of service, it is clearly important to maintain a regular regimen of dental cleanings and examinations long after placement!

Robert G. Tupac, DDS, FACP, Inc., Diplomate, American Board of Prosthodontics (661) 325-1275 | www.drtupac.com 5060 California Ave., #170, Bakersfield, CA 93309

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