Losing bone around a dental implant in your smile zone can feel alarming, but Chengdu Anyu Dental Implant Hospital offers a clear, effective solution. This approach combines two key techniques—CIST (Cumulative Interceptive Supportive Therapy) and GBR(Guided Bone Regeneration) —to first stop the problem and then rebuild what was lost, paving the way for a beautiful, lasting result.
The first step is CIST, or Cumulative Interceptive Supportive Therapy. Think of this as a targeted "rescue mission" for your implant. When inflammation or infection (known as peri-implantitis) threatens the bone, CIST is used to eliminate it completely. This involves a thorough deep cleaning to remove harmful bacteria and diseased tissue from around the implant. By eradicating the source of the problem, CIST creates a clean, healthy environment, which is the absolute foundation for successful healing.
Once the area is infection-free, the second phase begins: GBR, or Guided Bone Regeneration. This is the "rebuilding" stage. Using a special bone graft material, we fill in the areas where bone has been lost. A protective membrane is often placed over the graft to shield it and guide your body’s natural healing process, encouraging new, strong bone to grow in its place. This regenerated bone provides the stable support needed for a new implant.
By thoughtfully combining CIST to stop bone loss and GBR to restore it, we can successfully place a new dental implant that looks and functions like a natural tooth. This proven, two-step process is designed to restore not just your smile, but also your confidence for years to come.
DR . Ling Xiongjian
Associate Chief Physician
Director of the Edentulous Center, Anyu Dental Implant Hospital
GLDE Certified Dental Implantologist
Visiting Scholar, Loma Linda University, California, USA
Member, Society of Implant Dentistry, Chinese Stomatological Association
Member, Committee on Dental Emergency, Chinese Stomatological Association
Committee Member, Society of Implant Dentistry, Sichuan Stomatological Association