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Which of the following is NOT a direct contraindication for dental implant placement?

Generalized periodontitis with 7 mm probing depth
Loss of buccal plate
Systemic disease
Xerostomia

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Correct answer: D. Xerostomia

While xerostomia can complicate oral health, it is not a direct contraindication for implants. Factors such as severe periodontitis, bone loss, and systemic diseases significantly affect implant success.

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