Thank you Bryanna. I appreciate the clarity of your reply.

When I review the best way forward with my dentist, is it worth asking whether an implant is still an option for the molar I lost just over three years ago. This is in the lower jaw, directly below the upper molar I'm currently having a problem with.

Also can implants for upper first molars be more difficult to obtain success with?

My other teeth, particularly the front ones are nice and I want to try and not cause any trauma elsewhere.

Thank you

Kat