I have a front tooth missing and I wanted to know if its possible to open up the space with retainers instead of the usual braces.. The current space between my teeth now is about 4mm, i also wanted to know how long it would take for this space to be opened up and ready for implant. Im 20 years old if that may be relevant..
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Cosmetically here is the problem:
1) Implants can be placed where there is enough bone, and so as far as alignment it is tricky to put the finished product exactly as it should be. it is not impossible, but harder than a bridge.
2) Over time, the gums will experience more...
Implants are essentially immovable, but that doesn't mean something on top of it couldn't have shifted. Sometimes the crowns on top of the implants cam shift-it would feel like the same thing.
Go to your crown dentist right away. Have him check the crown and as much as possible, check...
Bone cannot grow around abutment but it commonly grows around the healing cap. Prior to getting the implant restored it is easily removed and it should not be a problem. May be from an ill fitting or loose healing cap