You might think gum disease only affects natural teeth. Yet a type of gum disease called peri-implantitis effects patients with dental implants too. The good news is that working with a highly trained periodontist in Manhattan, NY can resolve problems associated with peri-implantitis through management of the condition.
Why Does Peri-Implantitis Happen?
Peri-implantitis occurs when bacteria builds up around a dental implant. The titanium or zirconia implant cannot be destroyed or damaged by the bacteria because of its unique makeup. However, the surrounding gums and bone will be affected without intervention by a specialist trained in evaluating and treating peri-implantitis.
In severe cases of peri-implantitis, patients must have their dental implants removed. They may also require bone or gum grafts before being able to receive replacement dental implants.
How Is Peri-Implantitis Addressed?
Like periodontitis, peri-implantitis requires special care beyond routine dental checkups. Peri-implantitis treatment involves comfortable, dependable laser therapy below the gum line. Lasers allow periodontists and their team members to reduce the amount of harmful bacteria surrounding the dental implant, stopping bone loss and promoting healthy gum tissue growth and reattachment.
How to Spot Potential Peri-Implantitis
Only trained dental providers can confidently diagnose peri-implantitis. However, if you have dental implants, you will want to be on the lookout for warning signs of possible peri-implantitis. These can include red gums, swollen gums, pain around the dental implant, pus coming from around the implant and gum recession. Of course, as soon as you notice anything unusual in your dental health you should call a highly trained specialist immediately for an appointment.
Peri-Implantitis Treatment in Manhattan, NY
Want to schedule an appointment to discuss your suspected peri-implantitis? Our renowned periodontist and implantologist, Dr. Alexander Volchonok, accepts patients seeking evaluation and resolution of periodontal and implant-related concerns. Ivy-league trained, Dr. Volchonok was recognized as a Top 40 Under 40 specialist nationally. He continues to advance his training and knowledge annually beyond dental requirements to bring state-of-the-art solutions to his practice and patients.
You can make an appointment with Dr. Volchonok at our Manhattan, NY office by calling (347) 706-1558. We also has a Greenwich, CT location that can be reached at (203) 816-669
