My front tooth broke and I had it extracted. I now need an implant. I have 2 consults this week. 1 with a periodontist, 1 with a oral surgeon. Who is more qualified to do this? And what questions should I ask? Any advice is helpful. Thanks
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The number of implants needed depends on several things: Your own bone density and width, your age, and of course check your budget and the protocol or technique your are looking for (removable, not removable, etc), because there are several solutions, if your want something removable the n you...
This is a great question. The best way to achieve your goal is to have the entire case planned ahead of time on the computer. This is how we do it. FIrst, get a CBCT scan so the dentist knows where the bone as important anatomy are. Next get a digital or conventional...
The process is similar to before if replacing the abutment as well, or if the crown is "screw retained". In some cases it is more simple, as the abutment may be left in place and a simple impression is taken. After two visits, the new crown is done (since the implant is already in place,...