Why do incision lines open, and what can I do about it? by Dr. Scott Froum

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Why do incision lines open, and what can I do about it? by Dr. Scott Froum Image

Date: Jan. 9, 2023

Patients become alarmed when incision lines open and expose the soft-tissue graft and/or dental implants. Dr. Scott Froum looks at why this can happen and shares treatment options.

When incision lines open and the graft and/or dental implants become exposed, it can be dramatic for both the dentist and the patient. Concerns regarding graft/dental implant infection, failure, pain, and poor healing ensue. The patient will often call the dentist in an emergency situation to ask for reassurance that “everything is normal.” This article briefly describes why sutures can fail and flap tissue opens, as well as options for treatment.

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