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Question:
I am 48 years old and recently had extractions and bone grafting in an attempt to build enough bone for implants. There was infection present at the roots and my gums have receded but I never had an issue with pockets; I floss 3 times per day.
While the grafts did take, there is still not enough height for implants. Given how significant my bone
loss is, I've been advised to remove all of my teeth, which are in good condition, in order to save the bone that I do have.
Is it true that keeping my own teeth, if there is infection at the roots, will decrease my chances for implants if I wait until I have discomfort or severe mobility in the remaining teeth? ... Visitor from NH
Answer:
There may be a link between your mother's osteoporosis and the jaw bone resorption, but I would think that treating the tooth itself is what to do now.
I assume that there will be bone grafting with the implant. If your mother is on any of the bisulfate drugs to treat her osteoporosis (Boniva, Fossamax), care needs to be taken before any jaw surgery is done.
Corinne Scalzitti, DMD, MAGD
Austin Reconstructive Implant Dentistry
Texas Periolase
3900 RR 620 South
Austin, Texas TX 78738
(512) 263-3330
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