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This is a relatively common procedure, and yes, it is fairly safe. There should be a temporary covering or filling in the tooth while you are doing the internal bleaching or "walking bleach" as it has been called. Once the bleaching is complete, a more definitive restoration can be placed, which seals better. Just brush your teeth thoroughly everyday and you should be fine.
Those implants look good. The clinician did a nice job placing those. Unless you are having problems, I would not be too concernced
If you are a good candidate for it, the implant is usually the better option, but it depends on each situation. There are many factors that go into the consideration of whether you are a candidate for an implant or not, including the condition of your bone, the condition of your other teeth, and oral hygiene. It's not that the decay will go into your jaw bone, but if you have bone loss around the area where implant is to be placed, then this may need to be build up with bone prior to implant placement.
The two most common types of bleaching chemicals available from dentists are hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide is stronger than carbamide peroxide. These differences in percentages of bleach causes some confusion. When carbamide peroxide is used, it dissociates (breaks down) to hydrogen peroxide. The ratio of carbamide peroxide to hydrogen peroxide is roughly 3:1. So, 30% carbamide is about equal to 10% hydrogen peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide tends to release its whitening power faster (w/in 30-60 min) than carbamide peroxide, so when using products with hydrogen peroxide, they typically have shorter wear times. They both are effective agents for whitening teeth.
I would give it some more time. Sometimes the teeth can be sensitive or uncomfortable with temporary in place. Make sure the bite is adjusted. Take NSAIDS, and then see if there is any improvement slowly. Slow improvement is typical. You could also consider putting final crown on with temporary cement for a few weeks prior to final cement; this will allow you and your dentist or endodontist to evaluate tooth for root canal or not. Hope this helps.
