Peri-Implant Care: A Hygienist’s Guide

Peri-implant therapy is becoming an increasingly important part of the daily routine for dental hygienists. Understanding how the care process integrates in implant dentistry is vital for working effectively with clients to protect, maintain, and restore oral health. Attendees will explore the latest evidence-based protocols to assess, prevent, and manage peri-implant diseases while empowering clients to take an active role in their care.

Through a clinical lens and real-world application, this course enhances the hygienist’s confidence in navigating implant care—whether supporting new implants or managing complex cases with peri-mucositis or peri-implantitis.

• Apply a seven-step clinical protocol to assess and monitor the health of dental implants

• Identify systemic, local, and behavioural risk factors that affect implant longevity

• Recognize and classify peri-implant disease and conditions

• Implement protocols for assessment, maintenance and peri-implant disease, including self-care strategies