When do I remove the cotton ball from a dental surgery?

There are a number of tests that can be done to determine the issue with the tooth including X-Ray films, peril-probing depths, 3D imaging etc. An endodontist would be a good start as they will be able to give you a diagnosis and prognosis for the tooth. One of the benefits of 3D imaging in the...

The answer to your question depends on several factors, but ultimately it depends on when the implant is deemed "integrated." This can be anywhere from 2-6 months depending on the situation. I use a device called an "Osstell". It measures the level of osteointegration of the implant using a...

Typically a membrane should not become more exposed to the oral environment as it heals. A patient's natural gum tissue should begin to heal over the extraction site in the first few weeks and completely covers the site by week 3 to 4. Some patients may have a complication of increased membrane...

The simple answer is yes. Exposure of of a few of the threads of the implant does not affect the stability or function of the implant itself. A crown can be made to cover the the threads close to the gum line. A good lab technician can do this by having the metal substructure extend over the...

Having 8 extractions, and 9 implants, I don't understand why you are not asking your Oral Surgeon this question!!!

The pain could be due to gum tissue getting trapped, or implant failure, or not enough time for implant bone integration. Ask your dentist.