Implant Healing Cap 2 Week Followup

The upper left bicuspid was extracted and an implant was placed at the time of surgery. The patient presented 3 months later to have an impression made. At his appointment I uncovered the implant by making a small incision in the gum. An appropriate sized healing cap was placed on the implant. This is left…

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Tongue Piercing: The Effect on Teeth and Gums

I see patient after patient with tongue piercings.  Although they may “look cool” I advised to all my patients to remove them.  Tongue piercings are directly related to oral problems.  The two most common adverse effects a tongue piercing may cause are periodontal defect or trauma to teeth.  It is also possible to have an…

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