Dental implants are one of the most effective ways to restore missing teeth and regain full function and confidence in your smile. But in some cases, your mouth needs to be carefully prepared before the implants can be placed. At Doroba Oral Surgery, we offer several advanced surgical procedures to help you prepare for implants and achieve the most successful results possible.
For implants to be successful, they need a strong foundation – both in terms of bone and soft tissue. But tooth loss, gum disease, or trauma can cause the jawbone and surrounding structures to shrink or deteriorate. In these cases, oral surgery can restore the needed support for your dental implants, making sure they last and function well for years to come.
Here are some key treatments we offer to help you get ready for dental implants:
If you’ve experienced bone loss in the jaw, a bone graft can restore the volume and density needed to support implants. This procedure involves placing new bone material in the area where your implant will go. Over time, your body naturally integrates this material, creating a solid base for long-term implant success.
Gum recession not only affects your smile’s appearance. It can also leave implant sites exposed and vulnerable. Gum grafting strengthens and rebuilds your gum tissue, improving both aesthetics and implant stability.
In the upper jaw, where the bone can be particularly thin, a sinus lift may be necessary. This procedure raises the sinus floor and adds bone beneath it to create enough height and density for implant placement in the back of the mouth.
If your jawbone has narrowed or collapsed following tooth loss, ridge augmentation may be recommended. This surgery reshapes and rebuilds the bone ridge to support implants or to improve your appearance when wearing a restoration like a bridge or denture.
Sometimes, a tooth or teeth need to be removed before placing an implant. Your oral surgeon performs extractions with care and can often pair them with bone grafting to preserve the area for a future implant.
For patients who need to replace a full arch of teeth, we also offer All-on-4 implants. This game-changing solution can eliminate the need for bone grafting. With this technique, just four strategically placed implants can support a full set of teeth. Even patients with some jawbone loss may be good candidates, thanks to the unique angling of the implants and the advanced planning tools we use.
If the thought of receiving four dental implants in one procedure makes you nervous, you have the option of receiving sedation. You can choose from several levels of relaxation, including IV sedation and general anesthesia. (With the latter option, you’ll be unconscious while your surgeon places your implants.)
If you’re considering implants but aren’t sure if your mouth is ready, you’re not alone. Our team will assess your oral health and recommend a treatment plan tailored to your needs. Whether you require a simple extraction, several preparatory surgeries, or are a candidate for All-on-4 treatment, Doroba Oral Surgery will guide you every step of the way.
Call us today at 856-556-6637 to schedule your consultation in Cherry Hill, NJ and start the process to restore your smile with dental implants.
