According to scientific studies, periodontitis increases the risk of complications with dental implants, especially involving the anchoring of implants in the jawbone. Bacterial inflammation can also lead to bone loss with implants (peri-implantitis) and can lead to the loss of implants. Successful gum treatment reduces the risk of peri-implantitis. Someone with periodontitis can still get dental implants after completing gum treatment and with regular long-term professional dental care.