I had a bone graft 5 days ago. Sutures are still in place, membrane seems to have dissolved. Bone fragments were coming out frequently prior to today, however when I looked today I see several gaps or holes surround the bone graft. I call my dentist who didn't seem concerned because I'm not experiencing increased pain or other symptoms. I am on an antibiotic also. Is this normal for healing or do I need to re do this procedure? Thank you
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There isn't anything that you are doing wrong. Bone grafting can be a delicate process and being a newer area of dentistry, how to place the graft and how to handle complications is continually evolving. Also it takes a while for newer information to filter down to the doctors providing the...
The white particles are almost certainly the bone graft material. As for healing you won't really know how well it healed until the implant is placed. If it didn't heal correctly, the graft will not have been replaced by your own real bone and instead the surgeon will find white sand and have to...
N. Summer Lerch, DDS, FAGD - Account Suspended says:
Hi There, with healing issues, you want to see your dentist right sway. Time is critical. The longer you wait, the less likely you will be able to get another graft in there. Eat soft foods, don't brush and minimizes sneezing. When you call your dentist, tell them it is an emergency and you...