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I have a tingling/numbness in my lower right lip following an attempted implant procedure. Will it regain its normal sensation?

April 27, 2015
Asked By:JohnEhab in Sydney, AU

2 years ago attempted implant in lower right gum,bone graft was required. Appears that there is now excess bone in my gum,I can feel the excess.Following the incision of the post I felt numbness in my lip.After about 6 months the post was removed, tingling remained. A bridge was installed instead of implant, hoping that the nerve would be restored. Tingling sometimes is more obvious than other times. Chewing also feels awkward at times, is this a result of the presumed excess bone in my gum?

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April 28, 2015

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April 29, 2015

Answer: Numbness

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April 29, 2015

Answer: Numbness

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