PERI IMPLANT MUCOSITIS

This study tested whether a gel containing chlorhexidine and xanthan could help treat gum inflammation around dental implants (peri-implant mucositis). 182 adults with at least two inflamed implant sites received professional cleaning plus either the gel or a placebo. The goal wa…

This study tested whether an AI-powered chatbot could help people with dental implants take better care of their teeth and gums. 110 adults with implants were split into two groups: one used the chatbot for personalized oral hygiene tips, while the other received standard printed…

This study tested two ways to clean between teeth around dental implants: superfloss and interdental brushes. Fifty-two adults with mild gum disease around their implants were randomly assigned to use one of the two tools. The goal was to see which one better reduces plaque and b…

This study looked at how different materials used in custom healing abutments affect gum healing after immediate dental implant placement in back teeth. Twenty healthy adults who needed a tooth replaced received an implant and a custom healing cap made from one of several materia…

This study tested whether adding two special gels to standard cleaning helps treat gum inflammation around dental implants. 92 adults with at least one inflamed implant received either standard cleaning alone or cleaning plus the gels. The gels aim to reduce bleeding and plaque. …

This study examined how conditions like diabetes, smoking, heart disease, and osteoporosis affect the health of dental implants. Researchers looked at 93 people with 314 implants that had been in place for at least three years. They found that these systemic factors can influence…

This study looked at 272 dental implants in 165 adults to understand what affects gum health around implants. Researchers measured things like plaque, bleeding, and gum thickness. They compared implants with healthy gums to those with early-stage gum inflammation (peri-implant mu…

This study looked at how people with gum infections around dental implants perceive their condition and how it affects their quality of life. Researchers recruited 148 adults with at least one dental implant and signs of gum infection. Participants answered questionnaires about t…

This study looked at the free amino acids in saliva from 120 people with healthy gums, gum disease, or inflammation around dental implants. Researchers wanted to see if different amino acid patterns could help tell apart these conditions. The goal is to find a simple, non-invasiv…

This study examined 192 adults with dental implants to see if the angle of the crown (the visible tooth part) affects gum health. Researchers measured the emergence angle and checked for signs of gum inflammation or bone loss. The goal was to understand how implant design might i…

This study looked at whether stress plays a role in gum disease around dental implants. Researchers measured stress hormones and anxiety levels in 62 adults with healthy implants, mild gum inflammation, or more serious implant-related gum disease. The goal was to understand how s…