Ridge Preservation: Protecting Your Jaw After Tooth Extraction
Ridge preservation is a critical procedure performed after tooth extraction to maintain the shape and strength of the alveolar ridge—the bone that supports your teeth. At Audubon Dental, we use this technique to prevent bone loss and ensure long-term oral health, especially for patients considering dental implants.
Book OnlinePreventing Bone Loss After Extraction
Following a tooth extraction, the body naturally begins a process called bone resorption, where the surrounding bone begins to shrink. To counter this, we place bone graft material into the empty socket to preserve the ridge’s height and width. This not only protects your jawbone but also helps maintain the natural contours of your smile.
Building a Strong Foundation for Implants
For patients planning to replace missing teeth with dental implants, ridge preservation is essential. A stable, well-preserved ridge allows for more precise implant placement, improves long-term outcomes, and minimizes complications—ensuring your implants are both functional and durable.
Supporting Facial Structure and Oral Function
In addition to supporting implants, ridge preservation plays a vital role in maintaining facial symmetry, speech clarity, and chewing ability. Without this step, bone loss can affect both appearance and function over time. Preserving the ridge helps maintain a natural, healthy look and feel.
Talk to Our Team Today
At Audubon Dental, Dr. Chelsea Keck offers advanced ridge preservation techniques to help protect your oral health and enhance future treatment options. To learn more about ridge preservation in Spokane, Washington, call us today at (509) 325-4227 and schedule your consultation.