Do I need gum graft due to recession over All on 5 implant? (Photo)

March 12, 2016
Asked By:ernurse in Australia, AU

I have had "all on 5" upper for 4 years. Recently I have gum recession around front left implant. It is not sensitive. However the other front implant area IS sensitive. No recession noted there yet. Also I have noted that the implant area above eye tooth is sore to touch. Prior to placement dentist said there was signs of bone erosion/infection. He was worried implant might not take. But it did. Is recession a problem other than aesthetic? Would a gum graft be the solution?

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March 27, 2016

Answer: Receding gum, bonegrafting

March 27, 2016

Answer: Receding gum, bonegrafting

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