My 17 yo son was recently diagnosed with an external resorption of tooth #8 (idiopathic, no known hx of trauma). His dentist, peridontist, and recent oral surgeon consult all recommend dental implant surgery. My primary concern is the timing of the implant. The oral surgeon recommends sooner rather than later due to risk of fracture vs. extraction and further loss of structure on which to build an implant. My son just turned 17, has gone through puberty. Is it too early to do an implant?
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March 5, 2012
Answer: Implants on a 17 year old Male
March 5, 2012
Answer: Implants on a 17 year old Male
March 5, 2012
Answer: Implants should be done only after growing
March 5, 2012
Answer: Implants should be done only after growing