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My flipper after getting a dental bone graft before implants.

ShelbygalloMar 13, 2018
I'm considering not going for dental implants because I have work all the time and I'm also very insecure about this procedure I'm afraid I won't and will not get the implants done because I have to get a bone graft done and I won't be able to wear my flipper with teeth on it

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Dr. Kara Kramer, DMD
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It definitely looks like the area is infected. Bone loss is not a good sign. Most likely the implant will have to be removed and the area cleaned. It is ideal to have a 3D scan taken to have a more accurate diagnosis of bone loss. Then have the bone graft placed again and let the area heal...

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