Thread: Bone Graft Pain
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Old 11-29-2014, 02:13 PM
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valligator,

Yes, most often the bony splinters will be coming from the ridge or side of the the gum. If it becomes a problem before it falls out then see your OS.

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Phew - okay, thank you! It's not coming out of the hole, but out of the side of the gums of the tooth that was pulled. Is that still okay? It'll just work its way out through my gum?
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