Peri-implantitis in Vienna

Peri-implantitis is a disease that affects dental implants due to the accumulation of bacteria. This can lead to pain, infection and eventually bone loss. Peri-implantitis is usually detected when bacteria or food debris becomes trapped around the implant and causes bleeding when brushing teeth.

The accumulation of plaque leads to its hardening and the formation of further plaque deposits. This process has a negative effect on the soft tissue around the implant, such as the gums, and leads to symptoms such as swelling or bleeding when brushing teeth. If left untreated, the gums can recede from the implant and the infection can spread to the bone. Peri-implantitis is essentially a type of periodontitis, "gum disease", that affects implants. Once the infection reaches the bone, it can weaken the connection between the dental implant and the bone and eventually lead to complete loosening of the implant. People who suspect they are suffering from peri-implantitis should see their dentist immediately.

It is important for a dentist to accurately diagnose if it is indeed peri-implantitis and recommend an appropriate treatment plan. Treatment for peri-implantitis can range from a course of antibiotics and strict oral hygiene practices to laser therapy and surgical cleaning of the implant or, in severe cases, complete removal of the implant.

What causes an infection in the dental implant?

If you do not maintain consistent and thorough oral hygiene, the risk of peri-implantitis increases. If you neglect regular brushing and flossing, food debris can get stuck, leading to bacterial growth around the dental implant and surrounding soft tissue.

If you skip regular dental appointments, you're also missing out on a professional assessment of your oral health. These check-ups can help detect early signs of potential problems and infections, avoiding the need for more serious interventions such as medication, treatment or surgery if problems are left untreated.

Who is peri-implantitis treatment suitable for?

People who may be suffering from peri-implantitis are those who have undergone dental implant treatment and have symptoms such as bleeding, pus discharge, throbbing pain, redness and swelling of the gums, difficulty chewing, loosening of the implant and, in rare cases, abscesses associated with fever. Early detection of peri-implantitis offers the best chance of avoiding the need for further surgery and the risk of implant failure. Therefore, if you notice any of these symptoms after your dental implant surgery, be sure to contact your dentist and schedule a follow-up appointment. This proactive approach can help reduce the risk of complications and prevent early implant failure.

What happens during peri-implantitis treatment?

The treatment of peri-implantitis is relatively simple. It is important to eliminate the infection immediately to prevent damage to the dental implant and subsequent bone loss. In some rare cases, antibiotic treatment and non-invasive periodontal cleaning may be sufficient to eliminate the infection and protect the dental implants. However, if the infection has spread to the bone and/or compromised the connection between the bone and the dental implant, surgery may be required to clean the dental implant using peri-implantology.

Benefit from our expertise

Whether you are a seasoned or nervous patient, our friendly and experienced dental team make a point of creating a calm and relaxing environment to help you gain confidence in our abilities. Our recently refurbished dental practice in the heart of Vienna offers both new and existing patients a calm and welcoming atmosphere.

Our practice team has extensive expertise in implant dentistry as well as general and cosmetic dentistry. We are able to detect early signs of peri-implantitis through a simple examination of your mouth, teeth and implants. After assessing any possible infection of the implant, we will recommend the most effective treatment to prevent complete failure of the dental implant.

Our team of dental hygienists can give you advice on how to improve your oral hygiene to avoid complications such as peri-implantitis or gum disease in the future. Regular brushing, flossing, check-ups and close monitoring of your implant can significantly reduce the risk of problems, prevent inflammation and reduce the need for further implant treatment.

Talk to the implant expert for dental peri-implantitis in Vienna today!

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