Peri-implantits
Saini, R., Giri, P. A., Saini, S., &
A large amount of implant failure
derives from little to no incorporation
of bone onto the implant surface.
Peri- implantitis is an inflammatory
process around an implant including
soft tissue and progressive loss of
supporting bone beyond biological
bone remodeling.
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LIT Dental Hygiene Program
Implants
Haleigh Turley and Marisa Martin
Dental Implants
Dental implants have become the modern solution for tooth loss compared to the former
solution of dentures, partials, and fixed bridges. Implants offer a more hassle free aesthetic
solution to missing teeth.
Importance of osseointegration
Dental implants have a long history
and have evolved throughout the
years. Materials used to make
implants include cobalt and
chromium, aluminum, stainless
steel, and titanium. Factors such as
availability, biocompatibility, and
the ability to osseointegrate are
considered when electing the
proper implant material.
Osseointegration is a structural and
functional union of healthy bone and
the implant. Successful implants are
based on the direct bone anchorage
with the implant body. This means
that the bone and the implant make
direct contact with no intervening
connective tissues. Osseointegration
is the core of implant achievement.