two years ago had root canal and now abscess, not sure if pero abscess or root problem, is there a way to tell, my dentist is not sure. Is there a test, and will I waste my money running around to experts who will tell me to pull it. I guess I can get retreated and apexectomy or have it pulled and do bridge or implant, but I would rather save the tooth, if possible. there maybe a crack root and bone loss, but no sure, It is having resorption problems and not sure how to get this tooth to behave.
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The answer to your question depends on several factors, but ultimately it depends on when the implant is deemed "integrated." This can be anywhere from 2-6 months depending on the situation. I use a device called an "Osstell". It measures the level of osteointegration of the implant using a...
Typically a membrane should not become more exposed to the oral environment as it heals. A patient's natural gum tissue should begin to heal over the extraction site in the first few weeks and completely covers the site by week 3 to 4. Some patients may have a complication of increased membrane...
The simple answer is yes. Exposure of of a few of the threads of the implant does not affect the stability or function of the implant itself. A crown can be made to cover the the threads close to the gum line. A good lab technician can do this by having the metal substructure extend over the...