I am healing just fine. I will probably put in a partial at some point. I did have bone damage, so I can't have an implant as is my understanding. You will do just fine when you have that tooth removed. You are also well educated about the whole process, that is best of all. Thanks to this dear Lady Bryanna we have a good way to understand all this stuff. Take care Stacy, and let me know how you do. Have a blessed and peaceful holiday. ginnie