I got a Nobel Active 5.0 implant done overseas about 5 weeks ago, the crown got stuck when test fitting before the dentist could cement the crown on and dentist didn't want to pull on crown since implant is fresh. I came back to the state and it's about a 5 weeks into it now and the implant and abutment just came off. The gums seem to be healing over the hole where the abutment was. would i have to get a new abutment and crown to get them replaced or could they use the same ones that came off ?
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Hard to say if it is necessary without exam and xray, and even amongst dentists there is much debate about them. It is your tooth and your decision, so if you don't want one you can ask for the space to be filled with a core material and a crown placed. It may still fracture, but at...
It could make a difference and you would use less glue, but 2 dental implants is not enough. For dentures,depends also on the type of abutment, for instance if you use locators,this would make a very stable denture, if you use o-rings, it would not be as good or steady as you think. My...
Hello,First of all, you shouldn't worry, I'm am positive that you have chosen a dentist you feel confident to work with. Voice your concerns and I'm sure your dentist will explain to detail all about your chewing options.While your permanent restorative implants are placed your dentist can...
