When a tooth is lost, the remaining gum and bone tissue can shrink.
This atrophy can leave an indentation and environment where there is
not enough bone tissue to secure an implant.
The good news is we can grow bone to fill in where the jawbone has
receded. Ridge augmentation is a procedure where the bone is
rejuvenated to its natural size and shape. This regenerated bone makes
it possible to place an implant, and bulk the gum ridge out for a better
esthetic effect.
Immediately following ridge augmentation, a temporary bridge is placed
so the patient will never be without teeth during the healing process.
