Bone Grafting & Socket Preservation
Bone Grafting & Socket Preservation: Protecting Your Foundation
When a tooth is removed, the real challenge isn’t just filling the empty space—it’s preserving the foundation that lies beneath. At Evident, we practice with the future in mind. Socket preservation is a simple, proactive procedure performed at the time of an extraction to prevent bone loss, protect your facial structure, and prepare you for the best long-term tooth replacement options.
The Hidden Consequence of Tooth Loss: Bone Resorption
Your jawbone has a “use it or lose it” relationship with your teeth. The roots of your teeth constantly stimulate the surrounding bone, signaling to your body to keep it strong and dense.
The moment a tooth is extracted, that stimulation is lost. The body begins to resorb the bone that once supported the tooth, causing the empty socket to collapse. This process can lead to:
A 40-60% loss in bone width within the first two years.
Shifting of adjacent teeth into the newly created gap.
A "sunken" or aged appearance in the face over time.
Making future dental implant placement more complex, or even impossible, without extensive grafting later on.
The Solution: Proactive Socket Preservation
Socket preservation is a cornerstone of our evidence-based surgical philosophy. It is a minimally invasive procedure that interrupts the process of bone loss.
Here’s how it works:
- Gentle (Atraumatic) Extraction: The process starts with the careful removal of the tooth, with a primary focus on preserving every millimeter of the surrounding socket bone.
- Placement of Grafting Material: Immediately after the extraction, we place a sterile, biocompatible bone grafting material into the empty socket. This material acts as a scaffold, holding the space and encouraging your body’s own bone-building cells to migrate in and create new, healthy bone.
- Protective Membrane: A protective membrane is often placed over the graft to contain it and guide the healing of the gum tissue over the top.
By performing this simple step, we are not just extracting a tooth; we are proactively managing your oral health for the future.
The Evident Standard: Why Our Approach is Better
Our commitment to biological dentistry dictates every choice we make, from technique to materials.
Our commitment to biological dentistry dictates every choice we make, from technique to materials.
We use only the highest quality, sterile, and biocompatible bone grafting materials that have been proven safe and effective in extensive clinical studies.
Planning for Implants:
Socket preservation is the first and most critical step in a successful implant journey. By preserving the bone, we ensure that when you are ready for a dental implant, you will have a dense, healthy foundation to support it, leading to a more predictable and successful outcome.
Long-Term Functional Health:
Even if you aren't considering an implant right away, preserving your bone prevents the negative consequences of resorption, maintaining the stability of your bite and the natural contours of your jaw.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does socket preservation hurt?
No. The procedure is performed at the same time as your extraction, while you are completely numb. There is typically no additional discomfort associated with the bone graft itself.
What if my tooth was extracted years ago and I've already lost bone?
It's not too late. For cases with more significant bone loss, we can perform other types of bone grafting, such as a ridge augmentation, to rebuild the jawbone and create the necessary foundation for a dental implant.
Is a bone graft always necessary after an extraction?
While not mandatory in every single case (such as with wisdom teeth), it is highly recommended for any tooth that is planned to be replaced by a dental implant, or in areas where preserving the bone is aesthetically important.
Plan for a Healthy Future, Starting Today
Don’t just treat a problem—prevent a future one. If you need a tooth extracted, talk to us about the long-term benefits of socket preservation. Contact Evident in [Your City] to schedule a consultation and learn how our proactive, biological approach can protect your smile for a lifetime.
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