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Implant, missing cortical plate
I have had my 11 tooth extracted, half broke(accident)
The cortical plate is missing but the bone length is 5.6mm wide and 14.8mm long
Would an implant without bone graft be recommended
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Dimensions you mention is adequate for implant placement.
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Since it’s the front implant, esthetics come into play.
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Sometimes bone grafts might add the extra benefit for esthetics.
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Additional graft will beneficial in the long run. As it will help in correcting the buccal contour also
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As per your complaint it sounds that you have visited a dentist and consulted about implants. As you have mentioned that you broke your teeth , that causes traumatic bone resorption of cortical bone.
In such a condition. You have to get home graft placed around your implant to avoid failure.
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Your description suggests you have adequate bone for a good implant and bone grafting. Go ahead with it
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