So, many times when a tooth has been lost, let’s say you had a root canal when you were a kid and they got taken out, and that bone has just slowly eroded away. I always say bonus kind of like our fields…our cotton fields out here, no roots in the ground, with time when the wind blows, the dirt is going to blow away. So, our bone is no different. We call that atrophy. And so, when we have atrophic bone where it has eroded away, sometimes we need to rebuild it. And that way we can replace it with like a dental implant or something. So, many times we’re able to do that procedure and grow the bone back that was lost with time. And that way we reset the foundation for a healthy West Texas smile.
Prepare for Implants With a Lubbock Ridge Augmentation
When you have dealt with tooth loss for a long time, you often lose bone in your jaw. Replacing your teeth with implants is always a wonderful solution to restore your smile. However, many patients who come to see us for implants don’t have the jawbone volume to support these artificial tooth roots. A ridge augmentation in Lubbock will:
- Reshape the ridge of your gum and bone to prepare you for implants
- Strengthen the bone in your jaw for better oral health
- Restore your smile’s appearance by giving you a more natural outline where teeth were previously missing
Call 806-507-6906 for a consultation. Your personalized consultation will include any radiographs needed to properly diagnose you, and a discussion with your dentist. The value of your consultation is up to $500!
Personalized consultations designed for your needs
We perform this procedure if your jaw isn’t wide enough to support dental implants. It involves adding bone graft material to a small ridge along the top of your upper or lower jaw. It may be necessary if you’ve lost height and width in your jaw after losing teeth. In addition to preparing you for implant placement, it improves your appearance.
The cost will vary, depending on the specific type of procedure and the materials used to replace bone and/or encourage new growth. In many cases, at least some of the cost may be covered by dental insurance and/or health insurance. That’s because the procedure may be required to restore your oral health and function.
No. We will completely numb your mouth with local anesthesia prior to your augmentation procedure. In addition, you have your choice of three kinds of dental sedation to keep you relaxed and pain-free throughout your treatment. During recovery, you may experience some minor swelling and discomfort, which is typically easily managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.