I went into this journey ignorant and unaware of my options. I would love to get some professional insight. My current orthodontist said that it was necessary for extractions because of my overbite. I would lose my teeth because of their positioning. I been thinking about a reversal and getting implants. I feel that my smile is shrunk and that it has become too narrow for my plump features.
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Stitches typically are removed 7 to 10 days following surgery and depends upon the degree of healing. 7 days is often long enough. Leaving stitches in too long can become problematic as bacteria can penetrate beneath the gums through the stitch holes. When to take them out is a judgement call...
Dear Sawltydawg, I understand how difficult it is to quit smoking. Watched my parents both die from complications related to smoking. Dad was never able to quit even after having eight toes lopped off. Cigarette smoking is one of the primary factors for implant failure. If smoking is worth...
Dental implants require the same hygiene care as natural teeth. Dental implants can also develop gum disease, and get infected , specially in diabetics.
