Treatment of periimplantitis with laser or ultrasound. A review of the literature
Schwarz, F.; Bieling, K.; Sculean, A.; Herten, M.; Becker, Jürgen.
Schweizer Monatsschrift für Zahnmedizin 114(12): 1228-1235
2004
ISSN/ISBN: 0256-2855 PMID: 15646670 Document Number: 571139
In addition to conventional treatment modalities (mechanical and chemical), the use of different lasers has been increasingly proposed for the treatment of peri-implantitis. Results from both controlled clinical and basic studies have pointed to the high potential of an Er:YAG-laser. Its excellent ability to effectively ablate dental calculus without producing major thermal side-effects to adjacent tissue has been demonstrated in numerous studies. Recently, a new ultrasonic device has been used for the treatment of periodontal and peri-implantitis infections. Preliminary clinical data indicate that treatment with both treatment procedures may positively influence peri-implant healing. The aim of the present review paper is to evaluate, based on the available evidence, the use of an Er:YAG-laser and a newly introduced ultrasonic device for treatment of peri-implantitis in comparison to a conventional treatment approach.