Peri-implantitis, Bacteria, and Titanium particles. New Insights Into Disease Etiology – Georgios Kotsakis, DDS, MS

Georgios Kotsakis, DDS, MS

Peri-implantitis has been receiving attention following recent studies that showed that it is highly prevalent and difficult to manage. This lecture will provide the latest evidence-based information on peri-implant diseases with emphasis on the role that titanium particle release has in destructive bone inflammation around implants. Strategies for prevention and mitigation will be presented through clinical cases.

Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to:
1) Identify explicit methods of peri-implant evaluation.
2) Explain the role of titanium particles around implants.
3) Discuss the etiology of peri-implantitis.

Recorded on April 10th, 2025