And prevention? These crown(s) or bridges should permit correct oral hygiene procedures and routine professional prophylaxis. In the front of the mouth this is sometimes difficult to reconcile with aesthetic demands. Ultimately the prosthesis is attached to the implant with a titanium screw (sometimes an intermediary ‘abutment’ is required); ideally it should be easy to remove for a dentist.
The ‘implant revolution’ of the last half century has seen more and more implants placed by practitioners with different skills and experience. Also implants are lasting for longer. As a result a small percentage of complications inherent with any new technology has taken on greater proportions. Amongst the long-term problems (after 6 months) some - a loose retaining screw or a small ceramic fracture for example - can be easily rectified. More pernicious is undetected gum inflammation around the implant which can lead to bone loss (peri-implantitis). If corrected in its early stages - mucositis - reinforced hygiene techniques will stabilise the situation.
Dr. Haley, an English dentist based in Cascais, is particularly concerned with prevention for all patients including those who have received implants.

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