I had 5 teeth extracted about 5 years ago and the dentist I recently saw said my jaw bone is not enough to get implants so I asked him about bonegrafting and his reply was there is nothing you can do when there is not enough height in the bone..I was so surprised and upset..I said with all the new stuff they have out these days there is nothing they can do for height?He said no..I have a feeling that is wrong because I have read that you can fix height..Am I right?
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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
Hi and Thank you for your question. Areas of failing bone grafts and implants can certainly be treated again. If there are other failing teeth next to the area to be treated ,these could certainly cause the problem you have been having with the failing bone grafts. Re-evaluate the areas and...
Hello, well that white stuff is part of the healing process of your gum, its in fact your gum, please don't touch it, it will change colors in a few days, as the tissue matures and heals. Hope this helps, good luck
