The Loss of Jawbone Strength
When we lose our natural teeth the body will take note and in response, stop supplying the jaw around the lost tooth with regular doses of calcium and phosphorus. Without these nutrients, the structure will lose mass and density, gradually breaking down to cause not only further tooth loss, but an aged appearance. In some cases, this can mean there simply isn’t enough structure to support one or more dental implants, depriving you of a durable end lifelike solution to missing teeth. But our team can help strengthen these areas of the smile!
Bone Grafting
We could recommend jawbone grafting, also known as ridge augmentation, for the lower jaw. The procedure involves our team adding new structure to the weakened portions of the jaw, usually taken from other parts of your body, such as the jaw or hip. We could also use donor or synthetic sources. This new structure then bonds with the jaw and provides new support for dental implants.
Sinus Lifts
A sinus lift is prescribed for the upper jaw. To create new structures for dental implant placement, our team will essentially raise the sinus floor. We then have a new base to support the placement of one or more dental implants.
Dental Implants
Once the treated areas heal, our team will choose the best angles, positions, and depths to insert the dental implant posts. When these are in place, they will bond with the bone structure through a process known as osseointegration. This means the posts can stay in place far longer than traditional tooth replacement options like removable dentures or bridges. In fact, your new teeth can stay in place for decades to come, possibly even a lifetime.
If you have any questions about how our team will treat tooth loss and strengthen weakened jawbone structure, then contact our team today to learn more. We want to help you enjoy a full and beautiful smile that lasts for years to come.
Talk to Your Metairie, LA Dentist About Our Advanced Systems
With the right tools and technology, we can strengthen your smile and prepare it for new tooth placement. For more information on the treatments we use at our office, reach out to our Metairie, LA oral surgery clinic at (504) 455-7161. You deserve a complete smile and better bite function and oral health, and we want to help.