bone graft of the day

This patient had a broken down, infected, non-restorable molar. Today I extracted the tooth, cleaned out the infection, and grafted the socket. Following 3 months of healing we will place an implant.

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extraction site
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bone graft placed
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collagen bioplug and sutures placed

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Excellent healing after 3 months. Ready for dental implant placement

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