Implant Dentistry
Ridge Augmentation
in Adams Morgan
Ridge Augmentation for Adams Morgan residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Implant Dentistry
Ridge Augmentation in Adams Morgan
For Adams Morgan residents seeking ridge augmentation, our board-certified periodontists provide exceptional results at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry in Washington DC. Ridge augmentation rebuilds the natural contour of the jawbone and gums that may have been lost due to tooth extraction, periodontal disease, trauma, or long-term denture wear.
Located just 12 minutes from Adams Morgan, our Washington DC practice makes it convenient to access specialist-level ridge augmentation care close to home. A deficient ridge not only creates challenges for implant placement but can also affect the fit of dentures and the aesthetics of your smile. Ridge augmentation restores both function and appearance.
Why Precision Periodontics
Board-certified periodontists serving Adams Morgan.
Our periodontal team uses block grafts, particulate grafts, or guided bone regeneration techniques with titanium membranes to rebuild ridge volume. The approach is tailored to each patient's specific anatomy and goals. Our team includes six board-certified periodontists — Drs. Zalewsky, Alani, Artis, Daru, Lakkis, and Ganesh — giving Adams Morgan patients access to a depth of expertise unmatched in the DC metro area.
Ready to learn more about ridge augmentation? Adams Morgan patients can reach our Washington DC practice by calling (202) 296-3360 or submitting an appointment request online. Our periodontists are committed to providing you with outstanding care from your very first visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ridge Augmentation FAQ for Adams Morgan Patients
What is ridge augmentation and when is it needed?
Ridge augmentation is a bone grafting procedure that rebuilds the width and/or height of the jawbone ridge after tooth loss. When teeth are lost or extracted, the surrounding bone resorbs over time, creating a concavity or deficiency. Ridge augmentation restores this lost bone volume to allow for proper implant placement or to improve denture fit and aesthetics.
How long does ridge augmentation take to heal before implant placement?
Most ridge augmentation grafts require four to six months of healing before the new bone is mature enough to support dental implants. During this time, bone graft material is gradually replaced by your own living bone. Your periodontist monitors healing with periodic X-rays or CBCT scans.
What types of ridge augmentation procedures exist?
Common techniques include onlay block grafts (placing a solid block of bone on the ridge), guided bone regeneration with particulate graft and membranes, ridge splitting with simultaneous bone grafting, and distraction osteogenesis for severe vertical deficiencies. The technique chosen depends on the amount and direction of bone needed.
Is ridge augmentation painful?
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia with optional sedation. Post-operative discomfort is typically moderate and well-managed with prescribed pain medication for the first two to three days. Swelling peaks around day three, then gradually resolves. Most patients return to work within two to three days.
Getting Here
Directions from Adams Morgan to Our Washington, DC Office
Our Washington, DC office is approximately 8 minutes from Adams Morgan, near landmarks such as 18th Street corridor, Kalorama Park, and Columbia Road.
Driving Directions: Head south on 18th Street NW toward Columbia Road, then continue south through U Street to M Street NW. Turn left and our office is at 2311 M Street NW, Suite 500.
Washington, DC: 2311 M Street NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20037
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Contact us with any questions or to schedule a ridge augmentation consultation at our Washington, DC office. We look forward to welcoming you.