What causes peri-implant gum disease?
It is caused by a number of factors but most commonly it is caused by bacterial plaque on the implants or the crown they hold. Bacterial plaque is a bacterial colony formed by bacteria that live in the mouth normally. It is normally visible as a soft white film that forms on teeth and implants but can turn into a tougher hard deposit called calculus or tartar when left for as little as 24 hours in some patients.
Other causes of peri-implant gum disease include mechanical failure of implant components or crown cement irritation.
Other causes of peri-implant gum disease include mechanical failure of implant components or crown cement irritation.
