Gap in gums after extraction and graft. Is this normal?

October 3, 2017
Asked By:ceejaydaisy in Nashville, TN

I had an extraction on #7 with a bone graft done 1 week ago today. Yesterday I saw my dentist he confirmed everything looked fine. I just now noticed that above my temp crown which have a temp brisge for #7, there is a small gap. Its on the front part of my gums, there are sutures and then gums, then a small gap or hole if you will. When I swish with wash or salt water I can feel it come through. I dont know if it was there yesterday but, is this normal?

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October 4, 2017

Answer: It Could Be as Simple as a Better Fitting Temporary

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Answer: It Could Be as Simple as a Better Fitting Temporary

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October 3, 2017

Answer: Healing from extraction and bone graft

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October 3, 2017

Answer: Healing from extraction and bone graft

October 3, 2017

Answer: Gap

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