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2 days post bone graft, why isn't there a cover over the area? (Photos)

knfunnsunApr 28, 2018
The oral surgeons nurse said it was done on purpose, but where is the bone graft material? Pain and swelling is minimal, but my stitches are on the sides of my gums, I guess I'm worried there is no bone graft.

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Dr. Mahnaz Rashti, DDS
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Lance Timmerman, DMD, MAGD - Account Suspended

Contact your dentist ASAP for an evaluation. It is possible that this is exactly as planned and there is nothing to worry about.

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Cyrus Parvis, BDS

I really doubt putting gause or anything else over the site will make any diference.  If you have had implants  placed , ideally you should give up smoking and if this is not possible try to avoid smokling for a couple of weeks following placement  especially if a bone...

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Joseph H. Hidalgo, DDS

No, you don't have to see your dentist earlier. Your dentist can go back and regraft if necessary. Bone will grow in the hole but slowly. The bone graft helps the existing bone maintain its shape without heavy shrinkage.

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