Show notes
Dental implants have become more popular than ever, but are they right for everyone? In this episode of The Gum Guru, Dr. Macon Singletary of North Raleigh Periodontics breaks down who's actually a good candidate for implants, what causes implants to fail, and how implant repair works when problems arise. Dr. Singletary covers the four factors that determine implant candidacy, why "just get an implant" isn't always the right answer, the difference between peri-implant mucositis and peri-implantitis, and how laser therapy can help save a failing implant before it's too late. (0:24) Today's topic: implants and implant repair (1:02) Who's a good candidate for an implant? (2:38) Medical history and bone requirements (3:21) The "magic fix" mindset around implants (4:31) Tooth replacement options: implants, bridges, partials (5:14) Implant history and long-term success (6:00) How implants fail: trauma and gum disease (8:44) Implant repair: first steps when there's a problem (9:46) Diagnosing peri-implantitis vs. peri-implant mucositis (10:11) Treating implant infection with doxycycline (11:49) Laser therapy for implant repair (13:32) Warning signs you may need implant repair (14:44) Everyday habits that protect your implants (15:57) The right way to floss an implant (17:05) Why crown contour affects long-term success (17:48) Action step (18:11) Get in touch with North Raleigh Periodontics If you have questions about implants or think you may need an evaluation, visit Dr. Singletary and the team at North Raleigh Periodontics: https://www.northraleighperio.com/ Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss the next episode of The Gum Guru!