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Risk indicators for peri-implantitis. A narrative review

Stefan Renvert

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Stefan Renvert

Department of Oral Health Sciences, Kristianstad University, Kristianstad, Sweden

School of Dental Sciences, Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland

Blekinge Institute of Technology, Karlskrona, Sweden

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Stefan Renvert

Kristianstad University, 291 88 Kristianstad, Sweden

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Marc Quirynen

Marc Quirynen

Department of Oral Health Sciences, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium

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First published: 09 September 2015
Citations: 195

Abstract

Aim

To examine the existing evidence in identifying risk indicators in the etiology of peri-implantitis.

Material and methods

A literature search was performed in MEDLINE via PubMed database of the US National Library of Medicine, for articles published until October 2014 using Medical Subject Heading search terms + free text terms and in different combinations.

Results

The microbiota associated with peri-implantitis is complex, demonstrating differences and similarities to the one seen at periodontitis sites. Plaque accumulation at dental implants triggers the inflammatory response leading to peri-implant mucositis/peri-implantitis. Individuals with a history of periodontal disease and smokers have an increased risk of developing peri-implantitis. There is some evidence to support the role of genetic polymorphism, diabetes, and excess cement as risk indicators for the development of peri-implantitis. There is also evidence to support that individuals on regular maintenance are less likely to develop peri-implantitis and that successful treatment of periodontitis prior to implant placement lowers the risk of peri-implantitis.

Conclusions

Plaque accumulation at implants will result in the development of an inflammation at implants. A history of periodontal disease, smoking, excess cement, and lack of supportive therapy should be considered as risk indicators for the development of peri-implantitis.

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