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I'm getting three teeth pulled and bone grafts,not sure if i will get implants. may get a partial,should i still have grafts and if i do ,do they last?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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Treatment Plan: Your dentist should discuss all of your options and you should both determine a solid treatment plan that reflects your restorative desires and fits your budget. Grafting helps preserve the bone height and ridge with, but without implants the ridge will resorb over time.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I'm getting three teeth pulled and bone grafts,not sure if i will get implants. may get a partial,should i still have grafts and if i do ,do they last?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Dr Zimon and 4 doctors agreed

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