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- Three weeks ago, I had two baby teeth extracted #20 & #29, due to cavities, etc. (along with all 4 wisdom teeth). My dentist could have done the procedure, but I wanted stronger sedation so went to an oral surgeon. The plan all along is to have implants where the baby teeth were. However, my dentist wanted to have the implants inserted at the time of the extraction. The oral surgeon insisted I should wait a minimum of 3 months. Both doctors are respected, but their "plans" are very different. The dentist insisted the implants should be inserted asap, as I may experience bone loss. The surgeon is insistant that the 3 months allows time for the bone to fill in. So which is it? Bone loss or bone fill-in? Wait or immediate? ... Visitor from VA (answer)
- I'm 40 years old and have braces. I still had a baby tooth that was removed and now trying to get an implant. I had one done and it was the most horrific thing I ever saw. My orthodontist was not happy and neither was I. The Dentist who did the implant said my braces were in the way and because of that its too hard to get a good impression. He did another one today but now I am skeptical of his work. What would you suggest? ... Visitor from TX (answer)
- I had a implant procedure. Everthing seemed fine until the dentist took a Xray. He found that the angle of the implant was leaning too much towards the tooth next to it. My question is what caused that to happen ... Visitor from FL (answer)
- Chipped I just had my implant put it and randomly throughout one night, I somehow chipped my implanted tooth on the right, is that fixable? ... Visitor from Nova Scotia (answer)
- Oral Surgeon or Periodontist for Surgery? Which type doctor is better at performing dental implant surgery? An Oral Surgeon or a Periodontist? My dentist told me that an oral surgeon was the best. However my neighbor told me that her dentist told her that a periodontist was the best. ... Visitor from IL (answer)
- Individual teeth or a Bridge? I'm 21 and I am missing my top two second incisors, which never came in. I got my braces taken off a year ago, but my dentist doesn't believe his patients should get implants because he says many people have serious problems after the procedure. My teeth are in healthy condition and I would prefer implants. What are the negative aspects of doing so and how long does the process take? Currently, I have a plate with two teeth I got from the orthodontist which fills the space. If the procedure must be done over time, is this space left open and visible? ... Visitor from IL (answer)
- Wait Period between Extractions and Placement: My dentist has recommended dental implants as a best choice solution for my upper arch. How soon after tooth extraction should implants be done? ... Visitor from Maidenhead Berkshire UK (answer)
- Failure and Risks: I am a 46 year old female that had an implant done on lower back right tooth. This implant did not take and no reason was identifiable or given. It has been 8 months since the implant was removed. The periodontist wants to do the procedure again. Can you tell me the worst thing that could happen? What are the true unspoken risks? I am very healthy. Why did the first implant not take? The implant was necessary because a tooth that had a root canal and cap cracked and had to be removed. I am not so sure that I want to go through with this again. ... Visitor from MA (answer)
- Bone Graft Failure: My husband had a xenograft performed last year in preparation for a dental implant. On his most recent dental appointment, for which he was to have the peg inserted, the dentist found that bone graft was no more than a simple membrane and would not support a dental implant. He refuses to attempt another bone graft and feels my husband is no longer a candidate for an implant. Any suggestions? ...Visitor from WA (answer)
- Orthodontics and Implantology? I had a dentist tell me that I need implants because an orthodontist tightened my teeth way too tight when I was a teenager. I guess I have no bone in my upper gum line. If I bump my head on anything they could fall out at any time. Are implants going to work considering I have a bone deterioration? ...Visitor from WI (answer)
- Extractions Completed: My teeth have been extracted. Now what? I need help... should I get implants? ...Visitor from CA (answer)
- Bottom Tooth Sinus Pain: I had a bottom molar pulled 3 years ago. I just finished up with the implant/crown being put on due to two pregnancies from then to now. When I started to chew with the crown, the tooth above felt like it was being hammered up into my face. A few days later I developed severe sinus pain and the upper tooth is throbbing. I have no congestion or drainage of any kind in my sinuses, but the pain is horrible. Could the root of the upper tooth have been pushed up into the sinus? Will the pain go away? ...Visitor from VA (answer)
- Orthodontic Movement versus Insufficient Bone: I am missing an upper premolar which was extracted many years ago. According to my dentist there is not enough bone to place an implant. He has given me various options to try and grow bone in the area, one of which I have never heard of and would like your opinion on this type of procedure. It involves orthodontics. The second premolar would be moved to the position of the first premolar and the implant would be placed in the position of the second premolar. ...Visitor from NY (answer)
- Diabetes: Can I still get implants if I'm a diabetic - Type 2?
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- Combine with Braces?: I have 9 healthy, lower, front teeth which protrude forward and bang against my top teeth. I've lost one upper cap due to this and now have a flipper in its place. My goal is to have an implant to replace the lost cap. However, without pulling the lower teeth back, I'm afraid it's a futile goal. I'm also worried that another front cap will loosen and fall out. Is it possible to have orthodontic correction of the lower teeth when there are no back molars to hold the brace? Could implants be done on the lower gums and then be used to secure the braces too? ...Visitor from MA (answer)
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