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51 Responses
Following because same situation.
Missing 1 molar because I was grinded my teeth while sleeping and cracked it so bad it had to be removed. I have zero issues with my other teeth and have had a flipper in place for the time being, but This group is making me nervous about it as well.
Jackie S. I grind my teeth as well, which scares me that I will lose more 😭 which tooth are you missing and how long ago was it extracted?
The second molar back from my fang tooth. Its been gone about 4 months ths now.
I have the same issue with my 30. Had it extracted and will get an implant put in. I miss that eating surface and no way will i leave it like that. Already had an implant put in in a different tooth and it was a slow process but very positive experience
Chrystyna P. I cant believe how much I miss having a tooth there! How long ago was it extracted? Did you get a bone graft? Just curious which other tooth do you have an implant for? Thanks for your input!!
Julie M. extracted mid-March, will have the screw thing put in in June and then have to wait another few months for the actual tooth. No graft. I already have an implant in 5. The extraction and healing was a lot easier with that one since it’s smaller! But no way am i continuing my life without a working molar!
Chrystyna P. man I am telling you the extraction of 31 was the worst. Never horrible pain but its been two months and it’s still achy and the gums are so sensitive. My surgeon said everything looks great and molar extraction for adults can be wicked! I am glad to hear you didn’t need a bone graft, I am hoping to avoid that! Glad to hear it has been a good experience for you 😊
I’m not saying NOTHING ha.
Most of the failed implants come from poor placement. There was a guy on here unscrewing his Mexico implants with pliers as they were so loose etc..
Just see a good doctor and your odds are very good. I advise you join the full arch Masters patient Portal group on Facebook to find an excellent implant specialist near you.
Alot of people rave about getting work done in mexico and Costa Rica but they usually have just had the surgery or only had there teeth a few months/1or 2 years.
Need to talk with people who have had them for 6-10 years without issue.
Find a good doctor and if you have good health it will be a great procedure for you 😁
Solomon L. thank you ☺️
I’m only partially through the process, but similar situation. I have lots of fillings, but just one missing tooth due to a crown that broke at the surface. It broke over 10 years ago and I lived with the root (had a root canal before it broke) and base of the crown for years, had all of that removed and the implant placed 2 years ago but it had to heal and then finances were tight, I had the implant base exposed 2 weeks ago and a healing abutment installed and they are manufacturing the crown now. It will be attached next Friday hopefully. Getting the tooth extracted and implant placed wasn’t super fun and I have dental anxiety so I chose sedation in the dentist’s office. Healing was similar to getting wisdom teeth out, but faster. I was dreading getting the base exposed because my gums healed over it completely (like they were supposed to). It wasn’t bad – they numbed it completely and healing around the abutment just feels tender – like if you got popcorn stuck in your gums. So far so good! I am hopeful that I am almost done.
Ann M.
My crown just broke at the surface… roots intact! You went 10 years like this without issue? Oh wow… thought I had to rush this 7000.00 implant thing. My roots are root canalled too! So you went with traditional implant (not mini) ? Bone graft too?
My dentist was kind of horrified to find out that it had been that long and he felt quite urgently that it was an infection risk that needed to be dealt with ASAP. My old dentist was super laid back about it and didn’t think it was a big deal (he is also my old dentist for a reason, so I wouldn’t necessarily take his view as being great advice). I had to google mini implant to see what it was, but I do not believe that is what I had – because mine had to heal for several months minimum. I did not need any bone grafting, there was enough for the implant to grab into. Mini implant was not offered by either dentist I saw.
Crystal H. I live with half of my teeth broken off at the roots for years. I ended up finally getting all mine extracted due to fear of death from infection.
Solomon L.
Oh wow! You look fabulous! Bet it was worth all the fear and pain. I hate teeth and dentists. I have one mini implant for a formerly 2 root upper…. 4500.00. My newest problem (broken cap at gumline) is a 4 root lower. I am leaning toward the traditional…. 4 monther/$7000.00 as it is a main chewing tooth. I find most specialists do not do both. It is either or…..
Yes, same here!!! I can’t believe how many young people have had all their teeth removed. I’ve wondered if it was for cosmetics or did their teeth rot. I have a couple back molars with bad, old cavities, and one old root canal. I don’t want any root canals, but I’m afraid to get an implant after being in this group.
Melanie W. exactly!! Im like wow I hope I dont keep losing teeth! 😩 (even though they’re all healthy) because I dont know what I’d do. Its so scary its legit giving me bad anxiety. I have read stories of women younger than me needing full mouth implants that supposedly had a full mouth of healthy teeth a year ago. Like what? Ugh 🤦🏼♀️
Julie M. It is seriously giving me anxiety about my teeth! I had no idea cadaver parts were used or common. That is a big nope for me.
Julie M. Yes!!!! What is causing all this? Is it drugs, is it sugar? I don’t know.
Melanie W. Mine broke left and right. I lost basically all my enamel and then ground my teeth to pieces before I was 27. SUPER Grateful for my new dentist and his full arch Masters network of dentists across the states!
Drank tons of soda and never touched drugs.
I remember your pic, and I loved seeing it. It’s like it transformed you entirely, not just cosmetically. I’m worried about more teeth since the back 4 are problems. You teeth look amazing and you look like a totally different person from within. Congratulations on your beautiful smile.
Solomon L. wow
My mom has had several implants with minimal issues.
I had one up front with a cantaleavor that was time to heal but it feels completely normal now. And I have Trigeminal Neuralgia and it didn’t mess me up further. Just go another implant placed couple over that is healing well. The real tooth next to it is the problem.
Carin G. thank you! Do you mind me asking was your TN caused by dental issues?
Julie M. mine was! But i haven’t had a flair in 2 years 🙏🏻worried my new tooth pulled and implant process will flair it.
Julie M. no. Bad car accident in the 90s, which effectively also led to my tooth problems.
I’m missing teeth #4 & #19. I just had the implant/bone graft for 19 done in March. I decided not to be put under and it wasn’t scary like I thought it would be. I had pain the first 24 hrs but other than that it has been healing fine. #4 has a lot more bone loss and I will need a sinus lift so I wish I didn’t wait 15 years to start the process 😂.
Jessica D. great to hear! Did you have a lot of bone loss on 19? Did you really go 15 years without it?? Man I am missing it so much it’s driving me crazy lol
Julie M. #19 only had a little bone loss. They were able to do the bone graft and implant in the same appt. I was a teenager when they broke and didn’t think I needed them because you couldn’t see they were missing when I smiled. My dentist mentioned in 2018 #4 had so much bone loss she thought I was in danger of losing the teeth beside it. I had the money saved and my appt scheduled then covid hit. Implant specialist thought it was smarter to take care of #19 and get it out of the way because #4 is going to be a long process.
Jessica D. thats good to hear about 19. I think the bone is so dense in that area so less likely for bone loss. Did you get zirconium or titanium?
Deciding on going through the implant process is scary but also exciting. It is important to know the risks but don’t let the risks scared you off. Every procedure has risks. I have had numerous procedures over the years including bone grafting, gum graft, and 8 implants (3 separate procedures). I unfortunately do have some nerve damage that occurred during my second round of implants. My nerve looped up close to the surface and I was informed it was a high risk. Given the same risk I would still go forward with the implants.
Dentures were not for me. Implants have changed my life. Aesthetically they look like my real teeth and chewing is a joyful experience.
Linda S. thank you! That is very reassuring! Did the nerve damage heal? Was it pain or numbness?
When it happened I was told that any healing would happen within the first year. But it has been five years and has absolutely healed more since then. It was a numbness with sort of burning. Not overly painful. Kind of weird like it would burn when I are spicy food. Now it mostly tingles.
Linda S. I’m glad it is better!! Where was the numbness/burning? In your lip/chin or all over?
The left side of my lower lip and a diagonal line to my chin.
Linda S. was it a top front tooth?
Dot F. no. The implant that caused the nerve damage was lower left side. I do have 3 top front implants but they are fine.
I myself haven’t had an implant yet, although I have a few friends who have and they healed well, implants have taken well , no nerve issues and they’ve never looked back. There’s plenty of success with implants.
Cydelle B. thank you 😊 do you plan on getting one?
Yes, I need one in my upper eye tooth. I’ve been waiting for the healing after extraction, it was very infected when I had it extracted in March. I’m going to my dentist tomorrow to finish a root canal on another tooth and start the implant process 😊
Cydelle B. my molar was extracted back in April as well and it feels like it has taken forever to heal!! Its not super painful just sensitive around the gums like it’s still trying to heal. I went back to my oral surgeon twice and he assured me molar extractions for adults can be brutal as far as healing goes. But he said the extraction is the worst part of the whole process so that’s good I suppose.
Good luck tomorrow!! That’s super exciting!!
Julie M. I had a molar done too. No problems 3 years now. I’m terrified now Doing extraction wed and graft on front top tooth. I pray the implant works on my front tooth. I have a big journey in front. I hope done by dec
Absolutely because the implant helps keep the other teeth in position and will function and possible look like a real tooth. Just make sure you see a reputable dentist who knows what he/she is doing. Best Wishes
I had a single implant placed with very minimal issues. The only real “issue” I had was some excess bone graft that came out through my gum (not painful, just freaked me out) and then some excess cement type stuff that came out with my waterpik(again not painful, just scared me). Otherwise no problems. You can’t forget that message board and fb groups tend to be full of the people who have had issues or have extensive work needed. Most people don’t join in the groups to tell about their easy experience; they join because they have questions or are having issues they’re seeking advice on! 🙂
The key is to find a good oral surgeon. My doctor was able to show me where he could safely place the implant so as not to cause nerve damage. He even uses an extra person to hold my head so I don’t make any sudden movements. Don’t freak out – usually people only post if they have issues or want suggestions. 😉
Preach!!! I am planning to have extractions and implants placed at the beginning of June. I joined the group to learn more about the process and ease my anxiety. There are so many horror stories here, I think it has increased my fear. Maybe people are less likely to share the success stories.
Beth S. Exactly! I was hoping for stuff to make me feel better not worse LOL
Do the implant.
I had a bottom molar done 3 years ago. So happy I did it. Go to an oral surgeon.
You don’t want to not have a tooth.
I’m having another wed on my top front tooth 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻I’m scared again.
5 months from start to finish.
G4 by Golpa has done individual implants on a couple of molars with great success.
I have had great success with all 4 of my implants. Just make sure you have enough bone and keep your mouth clean, good oral hygiene is a must.