Oral Surgery Procedures
Restoring the width and height the jaw has lost.
Bone loss after extraction, trauma, infection or long periods without tooth replacement affects both function and appearance.
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Restore the Contour. Rebuild the Volume. Prepare the Site.
Why the Ridge Is Rebuilt
Ridge augmentation is a procedure used to rebuild the natural shape and volume of the jawbone after bone loss has occurred. Bone loss may follow tooth extraction, trauma, infection, or long periods without tooth replacement, and it can affect both oral function and appearance. At South Florida Institute of Oral Surgery, ridge augmentation is often recommended to improve bone contour and prepare an area for future restorative treatment such as dental implants.
Support for Teeth and Face
The jawbone provides essential support for both teeth and facial structure. When that foundation is reduced, it can make tooth replacement more difficult and may lead to aesthetic concerns in addition to functional limitations. Ridge augmentation helps restore the width and height of the bone so the site can better support future treatment.
Part of a Larger Plan
Whether performed after tooth loss or as part of a larger implant treatment plan, ridge augmentation can play a major role in rebuilding oral structure and improving the outcome of future restorative care.