Gum disease

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Gum disease

Asked for Female, 50 Years

I want implant supported dentures, but my dentist says because of gum disease I won't be able to have them and I don't want to go with temporary dentures as they are uncomfortable. Any recommendations about my situation? What should I do?

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Dr. Priyank Mathur General Physician 17 yrs exp Pune · Accepted Answer

Dr. Priyank Mathur

General Physician 17 yrs exp Pune

Once the teeth are removed there is no existence of gum disease associated with teeth. The only reason that may prevent you from getting implants would be non-availability of bone which could be a result of severe gum disease. Though all this could be confirmed with a simple CBCT scan....

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