New study tests laser and Air-Polishing to save failing dental implants
NCT ID NCT03451981
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
Peri-implantitis is a common gum infection around dental implants that can lead to bone loss and implant failure. This study tested whether adding Er:YAG laser or erythritol air-polishing to standard mechanical cleaning improves outcomes. Forty-seven adults with at least one affected implant received one of the three treatments. The goal was to reduce pocket depth and bleeding, key signs of disease.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Er:YAG laser or erythritol air-polishing
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a more effective non-surgical treatment for peri-implantitis, reducing the need for surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 47 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The improvements may be modest and not prevent disease relapse.
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Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele
Milan, Milano, 20100, Italy