A Randomised Clinical Trial on Peri-Implantitis Treatment
Objective
The study aimed to compare the effectiveness of non-surgical treatment with diode laser therapy to surgical methods for managing peri-implantitis.
Materials and Methods
Forty patients with peri-implantitis were divided into two groups:
- Test Group: Received mechanical cleaning and diode laser therapy on Days 0, 7, and 14.
- Control Group: Received mechanical cleaning on Day 0 followed by surgery on Day 14.
Clinical evaluations were conducted at the start, and again at 3 and 12 months.
Results
Out of 40 patients, 36 completed the study (Test: 17, Control: 19). Key findings include:
- In the Test Group, 23.5% experienced treatment failure, while the Control Group had a 100% success rate.
- At the final evaluation, both groups showed similar disease resolution rates.
- The Test Group reported less post-operative discomfort.
- Surgical treatment resulted in significantly lower probing depths compared to laser therapy.
Conclusion
Surgical methods showed better outcomes for treating peri-implantitis than diode laser therapy. However, diode laser therapy may offer a less invasive option for less severe cases.
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