I had two evaluations from two respected periodontists. They looked at my X-rays and CT scan. I have fixed small brigdge that I need to replace with two implants. One doctor told me that I needed bone graf and he could placed the implants right away. The other one told me to do bone graf first, wait four months and then he could place the implants after that period. Any suggestions?
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Hi and thank you for your question.The answer to your question is yes. In many instances when you have an upper molar removed and a bone graft placed at the same time, after a period of healing (3 months usually) when an X-ray is taken it reveals that there is not enough bone for an implant . In...
There are ways to increase height and width to deficient ridges for dental implant placement. Please consult with an experienced surgeon who can discuss your options.
Hi:The white gum is the initial phase of healing which will turn pink in the next 2-4 weeks. However, it is always best to have your implant surgeon to look at the area to make sure all is ok.Best,Dr. Maddahi