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Can I Have Bone Fragments Inserted Into My Tooth Gap In Order To Reduce Bone Shrinkage?

February 28th, 2015
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Is it possible and beneficial to have bone fragments inserted into the gap left by an extracted tooth in order to reduce bone loss/re-absorbment? I am concerned that when I have the loose tooth taken out (the furthest tooth back in the lower jaw) that the forward teeth will move back and create bigger gaps to trap food, and that the bone around the tooth next to it will shrink, causing that tooth to loosen. I was hoping there was some way to stop a sort of chain reaction happening, which is what I believe has happened with other teeth I’ve had to have replace with implants.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated,  thank you.  Regards,  Chriss Davies.

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Is there a possibility of nerve damage if I get implants and a bridge after wearing dentures for twenty years?

September 13th, 2013
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Yello, I am concerned about getting nerve damage in the lower jaw. I hope to have four front teeth replaced by dental implants and a dental bridge but have worn a denture for over twenty years now and the underlying gum and bone has shrunk considerably – what are the chances of damage being done in this instance? I also have bruxism and am worried about the general outcome of such dental treatment. I have had considerable problems with gum disease in the past (the reason for the tooth loss) but have excellent oral hygene levels now and for the last few years. I have no worries on that score, but would appreciate what you have to say on the other matter.

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Dr Nick Fahey
Woodborough House Dental Practice
21 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LR
Web: www.woodboroughhouse.com Tel: Tel: 0118 984 3108

Harley Street Dental Studio
42 Harley Street, London W1G 9PR
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Can I wait an extra month after bone graft to get implants placed?

February 7th, 2012
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I had a bone graft several months ago and the Dr. wants me to have another mouth scan this month 2 c if I’ve healed enuf for the implants. I would like to wait till next march for the implants because I don’t have the money right now. Would that be ok??? thanks,,
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