My question is - if have the tooth extracted, am I better off having the graft done and waiting 10 months before putting the implant in, or getting the tooth extracted and waiting 10 month before doing the bone graft? If neither, how likely is it that I will lose the corresponding upper tooth if I extract the bottom and do nothing? The tooth has to go, and circumstances dictate an unavoidable 10 month gap between sessions.
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Answer: Bone grafts are done at time of tooth extraction
I am sorry to hear you have been under so much pain. It is common for the pain and inflamation to increase for up to 72 Hrs after surgery. However, if you follow the post operative instructions provided by your surgeon, including taking the prescribed pain medication, it should be getting better...
Enough space is a relative term. Looking at a 2D image such as the Xray you posted there is enough room between teeth to accomadate an implant. However, the bone and space is 3D and, therefore, only with the use of both a clinical examination of the bone and gums, along with a 3D or CT scan c...
Thank you for your inquiry. Your flipper should fit your gap completely to prevent any possible shifting. Shifting can occur over a short period of time so it's important to have a proper fitting prosthesis in the interm. In addition, your flipper should be comfortable as you wear it. If...
