Month: October 2026

Peri-Implantitis: The Silent Threat to Dental Implants

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South Jersey Oral Surgeons at Lanzi Burke Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons Help Treat Implants From Peri-Implantitis

Key Takeaways The South Jersey dental implant surgeons at Lanzi Burke Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons can evaluate changes around a dental implant and recommend appropriate care. Peri-implantitis can progress quietly, so recognizing its risks and warning signs may help patients seek care before extensive bone loss occurs. What Is Peri-Implantitis? Peri-implantitis is an inflammatory condition involving the tissues around an osseointegrated dental implant. It includes inflammation in the surrounding gum and progressive loss of supporting bone. This distinguishes it from[…] Read More

What Happens if a Tooth Fragment Is Left Behind After Extraction?

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Toothache

Key Takeaways South Jersey oral surgeons at Lanzi Burke Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons help patients understand what may happen if a tooth fragment is left behind after an extraction. After tooth removal, soreness and sensitivity can be normal while the area heals. Still, some patients worry when they feel something sharp, notice delayed pain, or are told a small piece of tooth or root may remain. A retained fragment is not always an emergency, but it should be evaluated by[…] Read More

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