SOUTHERN WYOMING PERIODONTICS
PERI-IMPLANTITIS
Protect your dental implants with expert Peri-Implantitis treatment at Southern Wyoming Periodontics in Cheyenne, WY. Our board-certified specialists provide advanced, professional care to treat infection and preserve your oral health, ensuring long-lasting implant success.
WHAT IS PERI-IMPLANTITIS?
Protect Your Implant, Protect Your Health
Peri-Implantitis is basically gum disease and bone loss around an implant, similar to the way gum disease occurs around natural teeth. While dental implants are a great way to replace a missing tooth or teeth and can last a lifetime, sometimes problems can occur. Fortunately if caught and treated early the problems can be corrected and the implant saved
Current studies indicate that as many as 20% of implants develop disease by 6-7 years after placement. Newer studies suggest the risk may be even higher and find that peri-implantitis occurrence increases with an increasing number of years an implant is in service. Additionally, the inflammatory nature of peri-implantitis can be a risk factor for systemic conditions such as heart disease and stroke, much in the same way as gum disease around natural teeth is known to do.
WHAT CAUSES PERI-IMPLANTITIS?
Peri-Implantitis Risks Explained
Many factors can contribute to this such as how well you keep your implant(s) clean at home, implant crown cement left behind below the gumline, calculus (tartar) formation on the implant surface, and/or foreign matter getting stuck around the implant such as popcorn husks.
Your overall health can also contribute, especially if you have poorly controlled diabetes or are a tobacco user.
PERI-IMPLANTITIS CASES
Comprehensive Care for Peri-Implantitis Treatment
Our comprehensive care includes treatments for peri-implantitis, an inflammatory gum disease surrounding a dental implant. A potential cause of bone loss and premature implant failure, peri-implantitis is relatively rare, but patients with past or present periodontal disease are at an increased risk of developing the condition. Treatment of peri-implantitis may include antibiotics, Laser Assisted Peri-Implantitis Procedure (LAPIP®), and bone regeneration surgery. It is important for implant patients with a history of gum disease to receive frequent exams and cleanings to ensure proper maintenance.
LAPIP® AT SOWYO PERIO
Laser Assisted Peri-Implantitis Procedure
At Southern Wyoming Periodontics, we offer LAPIP® treatment as an advanced, minimally invasive solution for peri-implantitis, a condition that affects the health of dental implants. This cutting-edge procedure uses laser technology to precisely target bacteria and promote healthy tissue regeneration without the need for incisions or sutures. LAPIP® treatment is highly effective in controlling the infection, preserving your dental implants, and enhancing overall oral health. Patients benefit from reduced discomfort, faster recovery times, and improved long-term dental health.
WHY CHOOSE SOWYO PERIO?
Concerned About The Health of Your Dental Implant?
If you suspect your dental implant may be unhealthy or simply want to confirm it is properly cared for, Southern Wyoming Periodontics in Cheyenne, WY is here to help. Our expert team specializes in providing advanced care for dental implants to preserve your oral health for the long term.
Don’t wait—take the next step toward protecting your smile and maintaining healthy dental implants! Whether you’re in need of prevention, treatment, or ongoing care, you can trust the professionals at Southern Wyoming Periodontics to deliver effective and gentle solutions that support your lasting oral health.