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(Fig 19L)

6-months post-op – The referring dentist had
taken an updated radiograph that showed near

complete healing of the radiolucency around tooth
# 36. The patient reported satisfaction with the
function of the bridge.

(Fig 19M) (Fig 19N)
1-year post-op – The patient pays extra One year post-op – Radiographic

attention in maintaining cleanliness examination revealed complete healing
around the bridge. Radiographic of the radiolucent lesion around tooth
examination showed reformation of # 36. The patient was appreciative of all
the lamina dura around tooth 36. the efforts made to retain of her tooth
#
and said she would recommend her
friends and family to the office.

(Fig 19O)
3-years post-op – The referring dentist

forwarded the follow-up radiograph of tooth #36
and reported that the bridge was still stable and
functional. The radiograph shows complete
#
healing of the alveolar bone around tooth 36
that is not discernible from the adjacent bone.

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