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Tooth 15 is missing, and tooth 14 was extracted a few months ago. I can't afford an implant. Do I have any other options?

December 12, 2017
Asked By:deebee11432 in New York, NY

I can feel the shift starting to happen, but I cannot afford an implant. Do I have any other options?

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