Ridge Modification

After you have lost teeth or developed periodontal disease, you may find that there are dips and indentations in your supporting bone. Ridge modification or augmentation in New York City, New York, works to correct those defects so that you can even out your smile and receive dental implants without any issues. Call us today at 212-297-2567 to schedule a consultation with our periodontist, Dr. Jaklin Morovati, and learn more.

Ridge augmentation is a common bone grafting procedure used to recreate the natural contour of the gums and jawbone after tooth loss and bone loss. The alveolar ridge of the jaw is the bone that surrounds and supports the roots of the teeth. This ridge may deteriorate after tooth loss or removal, leaving an indentation in the jawbone. Bone loss after tooth loss can not only affect your smile aesthetically but can also make tooth replacement more difficult. Our periodontist may recommend a ridge augmentation procedure to restore the original height and width of the alveolar ridge for aesthetic purposes or to allow the successful placement of a dental implant.

During the ridge augmentation procedure, our periodontist will carefully fill the indented area of the jawbone with bone grafting material. This helps to rebuild the alveolar ridge for a more natural appearance and to enable successful implant placement.

Ridge augmentation can often be performed immediately after the tooth is extracted to eliminate the need for a second procedure later. However, it may also be performed at a later time to prepare for implant placement. For more information about ridge augmentation, we invite you to contact our office today. We look forward to taking care of your smile!

Patient Reviews

She amazing. She helped me with my receding gums, after she gave me the deepest general cleaning of my life. She is super friendly, and works with you every step of the way. I tell all my friends to go to her for cleanings

First time visiting Dr Morovati. She was very attentive and thorough in her examination. Explained clearly what she was doing and what the next steps should be. Very happy with her!

I went to her because I needed a second opinion on my gums. She was patient and clear in her diagnosis, laying out the options on the table. There was never any pressure to do thing or the other, which I appreciate

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