Maggok-dong Dental Clinic_“It’s Not Too Late Yet!” [ 4. Treatment for Peri-Implantitis ]

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We are Seoul Dia Dental Clinic, your reliable guardian of smiles at Magok Station.

The peri-implantitis series has now reached Part 3.

In Part 1, [Symptoms of peri-implantitis]

In Part 2, [Causes of peri-implantitis]

Now it’s time to cover the most important part: “How is it treated?”

If, while reading this, you thought,

“Wait, this sounds like me...” and felt your heart sink, don’t worry. Peri-implantitis can be treated simply if found early,

and even if it has progressed somewhat, there are various treatment methods that can still lead to full recovery.

So from here on, let’s focus on “solutions” rather than worry.

Here’s how peri-implantitis treatment progresses.

1. Early stage – gum cleaning and medication

Maggok-dong dental clinic_Implant scaling

If peri-implantitis has just started, it is not too late yet.

At this stage, relatively simple treatment may still bring improvement.

First, scaling is performed to clean the area around the implant.

This treatment goes a little deeper than regular scaling, removing hidden tartar and bacteria thoroughly. Then the inside of the gums is disinfected, and if necessary, medication is used to reduce bacteria.

In the end, timing is the key! If you come in early, it can improve quickly and be resolved easily. So if you notice even a small sign, it is best not to delay and get it checked.

2. Middle stage – open the gums and clean thoroughly

Maggok-dong dental clinic_In-gum medication treatment

Once it enters the middle stage, the situation changes. Because bacteria have penetrated deep into the gums, scaling alone is no longer enough.

At this point, medication is placed directly around the implant to prevent the bacteria from multiplying further. If necessary, the gums are slightly opened to thoroughly clean away bacteria and diseased tissue that have built up deep inside. If the bone has begun to weaken, reinforcement treatment is also added to prevent further damage.

It may sound a little scary, but since anesthesia is used, you do not need to worry too much about pain.

3. Advanced stage – when bone grafting is needed

Maggok-dong dental clinic_Implant bone grafting

If the gum bone supporting the implant has significantly resorbed, treatment becomes more complex. At this point, the bone needs to be reinforced again.

For example, through bone grafting, the deficient area is filled with artificial bone or the patient’s own bone to help the implant settle firmly in place again.

A special membrane may also be used to help the bone heal properly. However, at this stage, the treatment period becomes longer and the cost increases, which can make it more burdensome.

4. End stage – removing the implant and preparing again

Maggok-dong dental clinic_Implant removal

Unfortunately, if the bone is too badly damaged, the implant may no longer be able to stay in place and may eventually need to be removed. If a loose or infected implant is left as it is, the gums and bone can be damaged even further.

After the implant is removed, a resting period is needed to give the gums and bone enough time to recover.

After that, a new implant may be placed again, or depending on the situation, other options such as a bridge or denture may be chosen. In the end, if it is left untreated until the late stage, the implant may be lost, so “finding it early and treating it early” is the best prevention and the best treatment.

Summary of peri-implantitis treatment

Early stage: scaling + disinfection + medication → easy recovery Middle stage: antibiotics + flap surgery → deep cleaning inside the gums Advanced stage: bone grafting + membrane treatment → reinforcement treatment needed End stage: implant removal + retreatment → the most burdensome stage The common message at every stage is one:

“Find it early, and it can be treated easily.”

Dia Dental Clinic in Magok-dong

Seoul Dia Dental Clinic is not a place where implants are simply “placed and done.”

We take care of management after the procedure as well.

• Regular checkup notification system

• Personalized aftercare program

• Lifestyle coaching

This entire process is the secret to using implants for a long time.

It is our promise at Dia Dental Clinic to protect our patients’ precious implants until the very end.

This peri-implantitis series is now coming to an end.

In Part 4, we will explain “How to prevent and manage peri-implantitis,” so please don’t miss it and be sure to check it out!

[ This post was written in accordance with the Medical Service Act for the purpose of providing accurate information about dental surgeries and procedures. Infection and side effects may occur after surgery, so you should decide on surgery (or procedure) only after consulting thoroughly with a skilled medical team. ]

[Magok Station Dia Dental Clinic Peri-Implantitis Series]

1. Symptoms of peri-implantitis

2. Causes of peri-implantitis

3. Progression of peri-implantitis

4. Treatment of peri-implantitis

5. Prevention and management of peri-implantitis