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I have recent had my #19 extracted (the second to last left bottom). Can you tell me how long before I have to think about placing something like a implant or bridge before the upper tooth starts to grow down into the gap. I am 45 years of age and very healthy if this influences the answer.
Thank You,
Dorothy
Dorothy,
If you're thinking about an implant, depending on the condition of the bone, an implant could be placed as soon as 6-8 weeks. If you're going with the bridge I would wait at least 3 weeks for the soft tissue to heal.
Incidentally, tooth #19 is an important tooth, so I would not wait to have a replacement.
If I could be of any more help, please let me know.
Best of Luck,
Joseph Zelig, DDS
www.smileinthecity.com
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Joseph Zelig, DDS, D.ABP www.smileinthecity.com
Expertise
Dr. Zelig is a board-certified Periodontist and an expert on dental implants. Dr. Zelig can answer any and all questions you have about complex dental problems, dental implants, gum disease, treatment of gum recession, and treatment of a "gummy smile".
Experience
Dr. Zelig has personally placed over a thousand implants with excellent success and has worked with many dental specialists and educated them on full mouth reconstruction, esthetic dentistry, and dental implantology.
Organizations
American Dental Associateion, American Academy of Periodontology, American Board of Periodontology, North-Eastern Society of Periodontitis, New York State Dental Association, New York County Dental Society
Education/Credentials
I received both my dental degree (DDS) and my certificate in the specialty of Periodontics from New York University College of Dentistry. Dr. Zelig graduated among the top 10% of the graduating class. As a result of outstanding academic achievements, Dr. Z was elected into the membership of Omicron Kappa Upsilon- the national dental honor society. In addition, Dr. Zelig has lectured to general dentists and specialists on periodontal treatment and dental implants. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology which recognizes periodontists who have made significant achievements beyond the educational requirements of the specialty. Board-certified periodontists have been examined by a panel of internationally respected peers and has been awarded Diplomate status. By successfully completing this challenge, Dr. Zelig has demonstrated a robust knowledge of periodontics, Continued professional development, Critical review of results of therapy, and interest in providing the best, most up-to-date care.
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