I had a followup with an oral surgeon and he felt the extraction and graft was healing fine. He confirmed that he couldn't really re-suture the site and that I just would have to be careful with the area and keep it clean until it closed over. He did recommend that I eventually get an implant and that at my age and the fact that the area has plenty of bone width and structure to accept an implant it would be a good idea. He stated that eventually the tooth above (#2) would start to loosen and migrate down and need removal. It may not happen for a long time but in most cases that is what happens eventually. I have a followup with him in 4 months.

I also asked whether it was advisable to use a GP dentist vs. an oral surgeon for the implant procedure and although he was diplomatic about it, he basically stated that it is advisable to go with a OS.

Thanks everyone for your comments and suggestions.