The aim of this case report is to show that bone remineralization around dental implants with a history of peri-implantitis is\npossible after irritant factors are removed and only conservative treatment is performed. Patient came to the clinic after three\nyears of dental implant placement complaining about swelling, sensitivity and gingiva color changes at the posterior part of\nthe maxilla. During radiographic and intraoral examinations peri-implantitis of the #24 implant site was diagnosed. The\nsurgical treatment method was rejected and performed conservative treatment instead. The outcome is promising;\nperiapical radiographs three months later showed bone remineralization as well as stable bone after 10 years. A key clinical\nmessage: Bone remineralization around dental implants with a history of peri-implantitis is possible after irritant factors\nare removed and conservative treatment performed.
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