After getting a molar in the back/top pulled...?!
Question:
After getting a molar in the back/top pulled...?
How long until that spot is healed so I can get a bridge or an implant?
How long do I have to worry about a dry socket?
It's the second tooth from the back on the top left of my mouth. Has anyone had an implant with that tooth? or bridge?
Answers:
If you have a dry socket, you would know. It HURTS like heck. If it's been more than a week and you felt nothing, you are fine.
As far as replacement with either a bridge or implant goes...
An implant usually is not a good idea for the back of the top jaw, because the sinuses are right above that area. Usually one requires a Caldwell-Luc sinus lift surgery and a bone graft to get an implant in that area. Some patients are lucky and might have enough bone in the area though. You should ask for an evaluation.
A bridge can be done after the extraction site heals up and the bone remodels to a reasonably smooth contour, which might take a few months.
Ask your dentist for an evaluation and see what's the best way to go.
Good luck!