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If you are having infected dental implants removed, should you get a bone graft at the same time?

jwtoomey8Jul 3, 2019
I am having four implants removed holding a bridge that holds 6 of my front teeth. My periodontist wants to wait until the area heals before doing a bone graft to replace more implants. From what I read on here many of the doctors suggested immediate bone grafts. I don't know what to do. Please advise.

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Dr. Amber Garcia, DDS
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Answered on Jul 8, 2019
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No worries, this is most likely just a membrane. Membrane covers the bone graft so the gums don't heal into the tooth area, and so the powder bone graft doesn't end up in your mouth. You probably have an appointment 2-4 weeks post op to remove the membrane. It could also be a resorbable...

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If you are concerned I would not wait.  Call your surgeon and schedule an appointment for a follow up appointment to be sure you do not have an infection.  Good luck.  

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