Since bone loss at #2 and 4 is less severe (Fig.9 sagittal section), their roots will act as walls to keep bone graft (Fig.11) in place after #3 extraction (Fig.10).  Sinus lift will be done at the same appointment.

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Xin Wei, DDS, PhD, MS 1st edition 12/02/2019, last revision 12/22/2019