Is this tiny screw the entire implant that came out of my mouth? (photo)

December 28, 2015
Asked By:Jore in Hobart, IN

About 2 months ago I had 2 implants put in and as I was eating on Saturday night, I felt something hard in my mouth and I found this screw in my mouth. Is this the entire implant that came out?

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December 30, 2015

Answer: Healing collars and cover screws when implants are placed

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December 30, 2015

Answer: Healing collars and cover screws when implants are placed

December 31, 2015

Answer: Implant screw

December 31, 2015

Answer: Implant screw

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January 11, 2016

Answer: Healing cap,

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January 11, 2016

Answer: Healing cap,

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