This article is focused on the best evidence to prevent peri-implant mucositis and peri-implantitis using a systematic approach which is personalized for the patient. This critical update has eliminated several steps from our former algorithm and replaced them with innovative approaches generated from new concepts of peri-implant health. The Fonthill Implant Care Protocol adapts the […]
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Just like natural teeth, dental implants require care and attention to remain healthy and viable. Although the implant is artificial, the gum and bone tissues that anchor and support it are living and susceptible to infection and deterioration. When the tissues around an implant become infected with bacteria, they can become red, inflammed, sore, and
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A dental implant is an artificial root that is used to replace a natural tooth root that has been lost. Dental implants are made of titanium. Titanium is a natural element with non-reactive properties. That is, it causes very little, if any immune response in the body. Titanium does have a unique property, it
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As adults, we lose teeth for many reasons. Periodontal disease is responsible for 75% of adult tooth loss. However, we may also lose teeth into adulthood due to traumatic injury. After tooth loss, it’s important to replace with an artificial root and crown. We tend to think of our bone as a very static system. In fact,
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Recovering from periodontal surgery requires more than just following post-op care instructions. What you eat can play a crucial role in accelerating the healing process. While it can be challenging to get all the nutrients we need when limited to soft foods, it is possible with careful planning. This post will guide you through some
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