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Dental implant therapy has revolutionized modern restorative dentistry, providing predictable and long-term solutions for the replacement of missing teeth. With the increasing global use of dental implants, attention has progressively shifted from merely achieving successful osseointegration to maintaining the long-term health of peri-implant tissues. Among the complications associated with implant therapy, peri-implant diseases—particularly peri-implantitis—have emerged as a significant clinical challenge affecting implant survival and patient outcomes. Peri-implantitis is a complex inflammatory condition characterized by inflammation of the peri-implant mucosa and progressive loss of supporting bone. Its multifactorial etiology involves microbial biofilms, host immune responses, prosthetic design factors, systemic conditions, and patient-related habits. Over the past decade, significant advances have been made in understanding the pathogenesis, risk indicators, diagnostic methods, and therapeutic strategies for peri-implantitis. However, the dynamic nature of this field requires continuous updates to integrate emerging evidence and contemporary clinical approaches. The book “Contemporary Concepts in Peri-implantitis” aims to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the biological, clinical, and therapeutic aspects of peri-implantitis. It compiles current scientific knowledge and clinical perspectives to assist clinicians, researchers, postgraduate students, and academicians in understanding the complexity of peri-implant diseases. The chapters in this book explore fundamental concepts such as implant biology, peri-implant tissue anatomy, microbial etiology, and host immune mechanisms. In addition, it addresses contemporary diagnostic techniques, risk assessment, preventive strategies, and both non-surgical and surgical treatment modalities.