Q: I am in the process of having an implant put in. The titanium screw was placed (minus abutment) with bone and gum grafting done at the same time. How long will it be before I can put my suck down (temporary denture) back in? The gum area is still swollen and I’m afraid it will interfere with the healing process and graft (the gum line has been built up and is now over the denture. Is that because of the swelling and it should fit again once swelling subsides?).
A: It could take a week or so until it really heals and shrinks. You should have a soft tissue reline and check in with your dentist to verify the healing is going well. You do not want to put pressure on the surgical area.
