Ridge augmentation is an advanced oral surgical procedure designed to rebuild the natural shape and structure of your jawbone following tooth loss. When a tooth is removed or lost, the surrounding bone tissue often begins to deteriorate. This can lead to a sunken or indented appearance in the gums and jawline. Ridge augmentation restores the height and width of the alveolar ridge — the portion of the jaw that supports your teeth — so that your smile looks natural again and your mouth is ready for future restorative treatments, such as dental implants.
Why You Might Need Ridge Augmentation
Bone loss in the jaw is not just a cosmetic concern. It can interfere with your ability to replace missing teeth effectively. Dental implants, which are among the most reliable and long-lasting solutions for tooth replacement, require a strong and stable foundation of bone. If bone loss has compromised the structure of your jaw, ridge augmentation may be necessary to create the conditions for successful implant placement.
Our oral surgeons may recommend ridge augmentation to address aesthetic concerns, functional needs or both. Restoring the original contour of your bone and gums helps maintain facial structure, improve oral function and support long-term oral health.
The Ridge Augmentation Process
Ridge augmentation typically involves placing bone grafting material into the area of the jaw where bone loss has occurred. This material may come from your own body, a donor source or a synthetic substitute. The graft encourages new bone growth and restores the ridge to its natural dimensions.
This procedure can often be completed at the same time as a tooth extraction to minimize the number of surgical visits and shorten the overall treatment timeline. In other cases, ridge augmentation is performed as a separate procedure in preparation for dental implant surgery.
Personalized Surgical Care for Lasting Results
Our team is committed to providing you with personalized, expert care every step of the way. Ridge augmentation in Santa Rosa, California, is a predictable, effective method for rebuilding lost bone and ensuring that your oral health goals are achieved. To learn more or schedule a consultation with Dr. Jiries Mogannam, Dr. Vicente Chavez, Dr. Christopher Chow or Dr. William Verlinden, please contact Sonoma County Oral Surgery & Dental today at 707-566-7300. We are here to help you restore confidence in your smile.
