NON-SURGICAL TREATMENT OF PERI - IMPLANTITIS:

Abstract

Peri-implantitis has always been one of the most important biological complication of dental implants. It is proved to be inflammatory in nature and associated with the plaque accumulation in the peri - implant tissues. It can progress on the basis of several factors like the bad oral hygiene habits and also the comorbidity factors. Different treatment modalities are being discussed over a period of last 30 years with the surgical as well as non-surgical methods having their own advantages and disadvantages. In this case report, we describe a case report with a non-surgical treatment approach to treat peri-implantitis with the protocol based on the application of the mechanical as well chemical debridement and use of systemic antibiotics over a period of time. The case showed good results with absence of clinical signs of inflammation with the help of clinical assessments (probing depth, bleeding or suppuration, color of the mucosa and the presence of pain.)