What Is the Correct Treatment Sequence for Dental Implants

question 22

Multiple Choice

What is the correct treatment sequence for dental implants?

• A) extraction of the tooth and a healing period of 3 to 6 months; uncovering of the implant and a healing period of a few days, followed by the restorative process; and surgical placement of the implant and a healing period of 3 to 6 months
• B) extraction of the tooth and a healing period of 3 to 6 months; surgical placement of the implant and a healing period of 3 to 6 months; and uncovering of the implant and a healing period of a few days, followed by the restorative process.
• C) uncovering of the implant and a healing period of a few days, followed by the restorative process; surgical placement of the implant and a healing period of 3 to 6 months; and extraction of the tooth and a healing period of 3 to 6 months
• D) surgical placement of the implant and a healing period of 3 to 6 months; extraction of the tooth and a healing period of 3 to 6 months; and uncovering of the implant and a healing period of a few days, followed by the restorative process.

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