Non-surgical treatment of peri-implantitis

Abstract

Treatment of peri-implantitis follows similar steps as the therapy of periodontitis. Non-surgical interventions, however, show limited success and in many cases, don''t lead to a complete resolution of the local inflammation. The scientific literature was evaluated and based on the European Federation of Periodontology''s S3-level guideline, recommendations for clinical practice are presented. Despite limitations in the success of this type of treatment, it is an important first step before surgical interventions and as such may help to improve overall treatment outcomes.