I had my back right molar (tooth 17) pulled 7 months ago due to multiple failed root canals and an underlying infection. Bone grafting was done, but no implant. It took a few weeks for the pain to subside and for it to heal. Everything seemed somewhat normal. Cut to two weeks ago where I noticed a hard little white speck of bone poking through my gums near where the extraction took place. It was not painful, and fell out. Now it's back, but much bigger. Will it heal? Is it infected?
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It sounds like you had bone grafts at the time of extractions and then transitional immediate dentures were placed? You really do need to see your dentist again. Adjustments are necessary to your dentures to allow you more comfort. It is normal to require these adjustments. You will be...
It would be very helpful to have your x-rays and photos here so I could at least appreciate the approximate bone loss level as it appears on the radiographic image. Were you given any option that would allow you to retain them? Is there associated soft tissue reduction? Is there any crowding...
It appears as a plate of bone that must have been detached at the time of extraction and unfortunately became necrotic. Such dead bone is referred to as a sequestrum and is now protrudes through the gum. See your dentist / surgeon for further help. Nothing complicated here, but needs to be...