FAQ

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After a sinus lift I have watery discharge from my nose. Is that all right?

Yes. For a few days after a sinus lift, blood or saline that collected during surgery can come out mixed with nasal discharge - a normal rea

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On the panoramic X-ray my implants look uneven in height and angle. Is that all right?

Yes, that is fine - implants are often placed at different angles and depths depending on the site. The amount and position of bone and the

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I was told to avoid sneezing. What if a sneeze just comes?

If you cannot hold a sneeze back, sneeze with your mouth wide open. Sneezing with your mouth closed drives the pressure toward the nose and

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Isn't Osstem the best of the Korean implant brands?

It is hard to say that any single brand is best in every case. Osstem has certainly been used in Korea for a long time, but the quality of t

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What is the benefit of drawing blood during a bone graft (GBR) procedure?

The blood drawn is spun in a centrifuge to produce CGF or PRF, concentrates rich in growth factors, for use in the bone graft. Because it co

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What if food gets into the implant site and will not come out?

Do not try to dig it out with a toothpick or anything similar - start with rinsing and a water flosser on a low setting. Poking with a sharp

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Why was one of my implants placed in a single stage while another needed a second surgery?

The surgical method differs because the bone condition differs from site to site. Where the bone is dense and plentiful, a one-stage approac

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Why is alveolar ridge preservation (bone grafting after extraction) performed?

Alveolar ridge preservation is performed after extraction to reduce shrinkage of the gum and jawbone and preserve a favorable shape for a fu

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Why is APF (apically positioned flap) performed during implant surgery?

APF (apically positioned flap) is used to preserve as much firm gum tissue as possible at an implant site by repositioning the existing flap

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What is the difference between crestal and lateral sinus lift procedures?

Crestal (crestal approach) is a procedure accessed through the site where the implant will be placed, whereas Lateral (lateral approach) is

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What is the difference between bone grafting and guided bone regeneration?

Bone grafting is a treatment that supplements bone volume by placing bone graft material in areas with insufficient jawbone, whereas guided

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How long should I refrain from smoking before and after implant surgery?

For implant surgery, it is recommended to stop smoking at least 2 weeks before the procedure and to refrain from smoking for 2–3 months afte

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