Front tooth dental implant and Periodontal disease?

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Over two years my front tooth started to separate and now I have a gap in the front. My doctor suggested I see a periodontist and possible lose one of my front tooth. I did and he suggested surgery to clean under my gums first and then possible dental implant. I wanted a second opinion and met with another specialist. He told me that I could just remove the tooth, let it heal, and have a dental implant. The second way is way cheaper. My question is will periodontal disease stop growing if the tooth is removed? Which way is better? Thanks

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Answer by Weu
I’m no dentist, but I’d say a course of periostat (doxycycline) in addition to extraction and implantation would be a happy medium. And periostat costs $ 10 for the generic. It’s an antibiotic to help with periodontal disease.

Answer by J.D.
i havent talked about implants in years-from what i was told a long time ago that the fake teeth cant hold on to germs etc like real teeth. if i wer you id do alot of research (u probly are) but get a few more dentists/doc to answers more Qs. are they sure its that disease n not acid? my daughter had acid burns from the inside out n had surgery then blood tests n her vit.C was off the charts-it did not hurt her tho.
i had bone grafting years ago for a front implant (cleft pallet/lip) they took out too much bone from hip n didnt put enough in my gums so the surgery’s wer for nothing-have a permanent bridge now-i hate it! if its still like it was-id get the implant if i wer you.
good luck!!!

Answer by Bryansrepairs
Cleanliness and oral hygiene is very important for the success of dental implants. Periodontal disease involves progressive loss of bone, which also directly relates to the success of the dental implant. I would have the tooth removed and wait the four to six months (or whatever your dentist/oral surgeon suggests). At that point, he/she will evaluate the bone to ensure the quality and quantity is adequate, and if so, an implant can be placed at that point. If not, a bone graft may have to be placed and either the implant placed simultaneously or another healing period of four to six months, followed by implant placement. I suspect that you will need bone grafting, whether or not the implant is placed simultaneously or not though.

Good luck!

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I had my bottom left molar extracted today. The doctor says I need a tooth implant there because otherwise my top corresponding molar will have nothing to hit and will begin to drop and cause me trouble. Is this this true? I feel as though I’ve seen many people missing teeth and their top tooth above is still intact.

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Answer by Sea
Of course he wants you to get an implant they are expensive. I do know from experience that teeth will move if a space is left for a significant amount of time. Consider having it done if you good dental insurance. An alternate is a bridge but that means a cap on the teeth on both sides of the bridge though. If I had insurance or a good paying job when I first had my tooth out (many yrs ago) I would have gotten something right away. Taking care of your teeth is a good investment.

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Answer by Metal Nettle
If it’s on the NHS or you have an exemption, they go for it. I had an extraction which has left my last tooth on the top left on it’s own with a gap next to it and I hate it, I am always catching and jarring it on my lower tooth, which feels horrible. I wish I had an implant (or better yet, my old tooth back) but I wasn’t offered one and can’t afford one privately.

Answer by KraftyOne
It is true but it’s up to you whether you think it will bother you. Just take into consideration that sometimes implants fail, especially if you are a smoker.

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