Ridge modification is a periodontal procedure that is used to treat abnormalities in the jawbone. During a ridge modification procedure, the bone is exposed by moving the gum tissue away from the area with the defect. Grafting material is packed into the dented area. This material can come from your own body, a donor, or a synthetic bone material. Once the ridge has been densely packed with grafting material, the gum tissue is closed and sutured.
The healing process can take weeks or months as the body regenerates new tissue to restore the ridge. Once completed, you can expect the ridge modification to dramatically improve the look and function of your smile. Implants can be placed once the graft site has healed, which will keep the bone tissue stimulated and strong for many years. Call our expert in ridge modification in LA today to learn more about ridge modification, or to schedule an appointment with our team.