I have had a implant place and then the stitches came off and now there is a space all around the implant and the gums is this normal and if it is how will it take to heal properly? and will the gums ever reconnect on there own? I do have a appointment with the oral surgeon in a couple days i just want to make sure everything is going okay.
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Answer: Gum tissue separating from implant after stitches get loose
Call your doctor and return to the office immediately. Pain is generally not an issue with sinus augmentation. It is possible that you either did not take the appropriate medication to handle the swelling. This can lead to sutures failing and concurrent pain. Swelling usually peaks at 72 hours....
I would highly encourage you to see an orthodontist and have your cross-bite on the side with the missing tooth corrected along with any other malocclusions. During this treatment your orthodontist should be able to place a pontic (acrylic) tooth onto the wire to give the appearance that...
Your dentist is correct, you do not HAVE to replace the back teeth if you do not want to. However, if you feel uncomfortable it's best to have implants placed. If it were me, I would have the implants placed. You are also right about the sunken cheek look. Teeth are the...