Ridge Augmentation
Improve Your Smile’s Appearance & Health
Rebuild Your Jaw & Gumline With New York Ridge Augmentation
After losing teeth, your jawbone can shrink and change shape, making it harder to place dental implants or fit dentures properly. Ridge augmentation in New York rebuilds this lost bone, creating a strong foundation for tooth replacement. Here's why a ridge augmentation procedure can make a big difference:
- Restores the natural shape of your jaw for better facial appearance
- Helps prevent further bone loss in the treated area
- Makes it possible to place implants in areas that were previously unsuitable
- Helps maintain the health of surrounding teeth by providing better support
- Allows for better placement and positioning of replacement teeth
Our experienced surgical team has helped many patients rebuild their jawbone through augmentation. We understand that every patient's situation is unique, and we'll take time to explain your options and create a treatment plan that gives you the best possible outcome.
Benefit From a Simple Procedure
During ridge augmentation treatment, your oral surgeon adds bone material to areas of your jaw that have become thin over time. This material acts as a scaffold, encouraging your body to build new, healthy bone. The procedure typically takes about an hour, and we offer IV sedation to ensure you're completely comfortable throughout the treatment.
Most patients are surprised by how smoothly their recovery goes. While you may have some swelling for a few days, any discomfort is usually mild and easily managed with over-the-counter pain medication. The new bone will gradually become stronger over several months, creating an ideal foundation for dental implants.
Enjoy All the Benefits of Implants
Ridge enhancement builds a strong foundation for dental implants by restoring your natural jaw shape and bone thickness. This means you'll be able to get implants that look, feel, and function just like natural teeth, even if you've been told you don't have enough bone for implants.
With your restored jawbone supporting your implants, you can eat all your favorite foods with confidence, smile without worry, and enjoy replacement teeth that can last a lifetime. Many patients say that their implant-supported teeth feel completely natural after their augmentation procedure.
Contact Mid-Manhattan Oral Surgery today if you think you might need ridge augmentation in New York.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ridge Augmentation
What is ridge augmentation?
A ridge augmentation is when your surgeon builds up your jaw ridge where you have one or more missing teeth. They will add gum tissue, bone tissue, or both to the ridge to prepare the jaw for implants and/or to make your jaw ridge more attractive. A ridge augmentation recaptures the natural contour of your jaw and gums.
How much does ridge augmentation cost?
The cost will vary depending on the condition of your jaw and how much of the area needs to be restored. We will be able to give you a cost estimate after examining your jaw and determining how much work needs to be done. Dental or medical insurance may pay part of the cost.
Does ridge augmentation hurt?
No. We will completely numb your mouth with local anesthesia prior to your augmentation procedure. In addition, you can take advantage of IV sedation throughout your treatment. During recovery, you may experience some minor swelling and discomfort, which is typically easily managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.