title: Is Implant Flossing a Risk-Free Procedure? A Case Report with a 6-year Follow-up.
abstract: This study reports a case of peri-implantitis correlated with floss fibers trapped by the implant-prosthetic macrostructure. Discrepancy between the radiographic feature and probing depth was the starting point for a correct evaluation. The minimally invasive removal of the trapped material with the aid of a periodontal endoscope resulted in a complete resolution of the peri-implantitis with a stable long-term result (6 years). This case report argues for some reconsiderations in hygienic, diagnostic, and therapeutic approaches in oral implantology.
authors.forename: Marco
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Montevecchi
authors.forename: Veronica
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: De Blasi
authors.forename: Luigi
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Checchi
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D003742:Dental Devices, Home Care / Q000009:adverse effects*; D015921:Dental Implants; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D005547:Foreign Bodies / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D057873:Peri-Implantitis / Q000209:etiology*; D013997:Time Factors
chemical_list: D015921:Dental Implants