Ridge preservation, also known as ridge augmentation, is a type of bone grafting procedure designed to help you maintain the density and contours of your supporting bone after a tooth has been lost. Dr. Jason Kim, Dr. Terry Kim and Dr. Fred Leydecker provide this treatment to make implant placement and other tooth replacements easier to perform. Call K2 Dentistry to schedule an appointment with our dentists and learn more about ridge preservation in Bethlehem, Georgia.
Ridge augmentation is a common bone grafting procedure used to recreate the natural contour of the gums and jawbone after tooth loss and bone loss. The alveolar ridge of the jaw is the bone that surrounds and supports the roots of the teeth. This ridge may deteriorate after tooth loss or removal, leaving an indentation in the jawbone. Bone loss after tooth loss can not only affect your smile aesthetically but can also make tooth replacement more difficult. Our dentists may recommend a ridge augmentation procedure to restore the original height and width of the alveolar ridge for aesthetic purposes or to allow the successful placement of a dental implant.
During the ridge augmentation procedure, our dentists will carefully fill the indented area of the jawbone with bone grafting material. This helps to rebuild the alveolar ridge for a more natural appearance and to enable successful implant placement.
Ridge augmentation can often be performed immediately after the tooth is extracted to eliminate the need for a second procedure later. However, it may also be performed at a later time to prepare for implant placement. For more information about ridge augmentation, we invite you to contact our office today. We look forward to taking care of your smile!