Ridge Augmentation

Rebuilding Your Dental Ridge

Losing one or more teeth can affect more than just your smile’s overall appearance. Without the presence of teeth roots to stimulate the jawbone that houses them, the bone can lose density over time and even the ability to support future prostheses such as a dental implant. Implants require the presence of healthy bone structure, so patients who have experienced a significant loss in bone density may first need to undergo ridge augmentation treatment to sustain implant-retained options. This process helps rebuild the bone by adding bone graft material to the ridge supporting the teeth.

Supporting Implant-Retained Prosthetics and Preventing Further Loss

For some patients, ridge augmentation treatment may be necessary for implant placement, but it can also help prevent further bone loss, as well. The biocompatible implant posts function similarly to teeth roots and stimulate the jaw. This ultimately helps preserve the overall structure of the jaw, and with proper care and maintenance, can result in a strong and healthy smile for years to come.

At Pecan Tree Dental, we want to make exceptional dental care comfortable and accessible to everyone. Call our office in Grand Prairie, TX at (972) 262-5111 to schedule your next visit with our team and learn more about your treatment options.