Fig.2 is a CBCT cross section of an upper central incisor with illustration of a healing socket (S) and overlying gingiva (G).  To place implants in a favorably restorative position, an incision should be made as palatal (P) as possible (Fig.3 red line).

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Xin Wei, DDS, PhD, MS 1st edition 06/01/2015, last revision 12/08/2018