I had a tooth extraction 6 days ago with a bone graft and permanent type membrane on my lower right molar second from the back. I went in for a follow up yesterday and my dentist says everything looks normal, but since then after a rinse, a flap of skin came loose from my stitches and its just floating around in there still attached, but barely. Is this okay? Will it affect my healing over the membrane? Im just nervous I messed it up and I don't want to have to risk not being able to get my implant.
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Your graft appears infected. Call the surgeon who placed it immediately. He/she will probably want to clean the area out, place you on an antibiotic, let it heal and then replace the graft at a later date.
Hi:It is very difficult to predict what will exactly happen with bone graft fragments. However, its best to have your dentist evaluate the area.Best,Dr. Maddahi
Hi:Normally sometimes there is more swelling and bruising on the third day post op. It’s best to have your dentist reevaluate the area to make sure all is ok.Best,Dr. Maddahi.