How long to wait after a back tooth extraction before I can have a dental implant?

Published March 9th, 2008 by Dr Riten Patel BDS

Q. I have recently had a back tooth extracted. How long must I wait before I can begin the dental implant process??
A. Dear C
The length of time after an extraction often depends on the condition of the underlying bone. If there has been minimal infection the implant can usually be placed after six weeks. [...]

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my canine is high do i need an extraction?

Published February 10th, 2008 by Dr Julian Caplan BDS

Q. Dear Dr, I have relatively straight teeth apart from one canine which never quite had enough room to come down properly. I am 26 and now am ready to do something about it. Do u think extracting this tooth is the option? NB It is quite high in my mouth if this makes sense. [...]

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