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New tooth implant. suture cut into gum at top of temp & left 1/2-1mm triangle "chip" out of gumline. will this close up? can it be stitched together?
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Likely close: It will likely close. Give it some time and if not correctly repaired, see the surgeon. All the best.
Answered 7/20/2015
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Needs to be seen.: Follow up with your doctor to check the healing. You may need a coorective surgery.
Answered 4/23/2020
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