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Squamous cell carcinoma presenting as peri-implantitis: a case report
Aakshay Gulati1, Francy J Puthussery, Ian P Downie
1Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Salisbury District Hospital, Salisbury, UK. aakshay@yahoo.com
Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
|October 17, 2009
Summary
Dental implants aid oral cancer rehabilitation, but complications like peri-implantitis and secondary oral squamous cell carcinoma can occur. Regular follow-ups are crucial for early detection in high-risk patients.
Area of Science:
- Oral oncology
- Dental implantology
- Reconstructive surgery
Background:
- Dental implants are valuable for oral cancer patient rehabilitation.
- Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is a common oral malignancy.
Observation:
- A 62-year-old woman with oral squamous cell carcinoma underwent extensive surgery and microvascular reconstruction.
- She received dental implants for rehabilitation post-surgery.
Findings:
- The patient experienced multiple episodes of peri-implantitis.
- Secondary oral squamous cell carcinoma developed around two dental implants.
Implications:
- This case underscores the need for vigilant monitoring of dental implants in oral cancer survivors.
- A high index of suspicion is vital for detecting recurrent or secondary malignancies in high-risk individuals.
