Peri-implantitis is irreversible alveolar bone loss around an osseointegrated dental implant caused by inflammation. Peri-implant mucositis, a precursor to peri-implantitis, is plaque-induced reversible inflammation of the surrounding soft tissue

A) First statement is true, second statement is false.
B) First statement is false, second statement is true.
C) Both statements are true.
D) Both statements are false.


C
Explanation: C) Research indicates calculus accumulation has contributed to the development of more severe inflammation around implants. Meticulous daily oral hygiene must be maintained throughout the oral cavity.

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