Will I be able to smoke marijuana after my dental implants have healed completely even with a bone graft?

Sometimes during the extraction of a root canal treated tooth a fragment of the tooth can be left in the socket.  Root canal treated teeth can be more brittle and this is commonly seen on xrays.  If the piece is in alignment with where the implant will be placed you should most...

Hi:You actually do not want to touch or dislodge the blood cloth.  It will serve to make sure everything heals without pain.  Best,Dr. Maddahi

Hi:Good question!  Normally bad taste or smell means inflammation, infection or plaque buildup.  Best,Dr. Maddahi