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Will My Extraction Leave a Hole Forever?

No.

The opening where your tooth was removed will gradually become smaller as your gums heal. Although the gums often heal within a few weeks, the bone underneath continues remodeling for several months.

If you’re planning to replace the tooth with a dental implant, bridge, or partial denture, we’ll discuss the appropriate timing based on how your mouth is healing.

Healing takes time, but your body is designed to repair the extraction site naturally.