and prosthesis. What should I expect for fit and gum healing? I don't have access to the dentist as she is overseas. The implant itself seems holding up and no infection and any issues, it's the gum that doesn't seem to close because there's a bit of hole that bone granules come out from time to time.The gum is so thin, will this be a problem when opened again? It was dehisced the first time and most granules failed.This is for missing front upper lateral incisor. Gum has receeded a bit.Thank u.
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You need to follow up with your surgeon and have him/ her map the area and document the progression if any of the sensations coming back. It is not a bad idea to take a CT scan after the surgery if haven't done so either. If there is not major damage to the nerve, then the...
It's hard to tell you what to do with the decayed teeth holding the bridge in place without having ever examined them. IT's best to try to save your natural teeth if possible. So if the decay can be removed and your natural teeth can have crowns on them, you may be able to have an implant ...