What question did this study set out to answer?

To assess the prevalence of peri-implant diseases among participants with dental implants in Germany.

April 16, 2026

Prevalence of peri-implant disease in Germany: results of the 6th German Oral Health Study (DMS • 6).

Key Points

To assess the prevalence of peri-implant diseases among participants with dental implants in Germany.
Analysis of data from the 6th German Oral Health Study (DMS • 6)
Evaluation of peri-implant mucositis and peri-implantitis through clinically defined probing
Comparison of prevalence in different age groups.
Peri-implant mucositis was frequently observed among implant recipients.
Clinically defined peri-implantitis was rare in both examined age groups.
Higher odds of developing peri-implant disease associated with severe periodontitis (stage III/IV).

Abstract

Peri-implant mucositis was frequently observed in participants with implants, whereas clinically defined (probing based) peri-implantitis was rare in both age groups. Severe periodontitis (stage III/IV) was associated with higher odds of developing peri-implant disease. (Quintessence Int 2026;57(Suppl):S46-S54; doi: 10.3290/j.qi.b6955520).

Prevalence of peri-implant disease in Germany: results of the 6th German Oral Health Study (DMS • 6).

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