Implant Dentistry
Socket Preservation
in Chevy Chase
Socket Preservation for Chevy Chase residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Implant Dentistry
Socket Preservation in Chevy Chase
Patients throughout Chevy Chase choose Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry for socket preservation because of our team's reputation for meticulous periodontal care and outstanding outcomes. Socket preservation is a bone-grafting procedure performed immediately after a tooth extraction to prevent the natural collapse and resorption of the surrounding bone and soft tissue.
Located just 15 minutes from Chevy Chase, our Washington DC practice makes it convenient to access specialist-level socket preservation care close to home. Without socket preservation, the extraction site can lose up to 50% of its width within the first year, potentially making future implant placement more complex or even impossible without additional grafting.
Why Precision Periodontics
Board-certified periodontists serving Chevy Chase.
Our periodontists place bone graft material into the extraction socket and cover it with a protective membrane. This simple procedure at the time of extraction preserves bone volume and dramatically simplifies future implant treatment. Our team includes six board-certified periodontists — Drs. Zalewsky, Alani, Artis, Daru, Lakkis, and Ganesh — giving Chevy Chase patients access to a depth of expertise unmatched in the DC metro area.
Take the first step: contact Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry to schedule your socket preservation evaluation. Our Washington DC office, about 15 minutes from Chevy Chase, offers a welcoming environment where your questions are answered thoroughly and your comfort is a priority. Call (202) 296-3360 today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Socket Preservation FAQ for Chevy Chase Patients
Why is socket preservation important after tooth extraction?
Within weeks of tooth extraction, the surrounding bone begins to resorb — studies show 25 to 50 percent of ridge width is lost within the first year. Socket preservation places bone graft material into the extraction site immediately, significantly reducing this bone loss and maintaining the volume needed for future implant placement.
Can socket preservation be done at the same time as tooth extraction?
Yes — that is the standard protocol. The graft is placed immediately after the tooth is extracted, making the most of the naturally healing socket. Waiting to graft later allows significant bone loss that is more difficult and costly to regenerate.
How long does socket preservation take to heal?
The soft tissue over the graft site heals within two to three weeks. The bone graft matures over three to four months, at which point a dental implant can typically be placed. Your periodontist will take a CBCT scan or X-ray to confirm adequate bone volume and density before scheduling implant placement.
What happens if I don't get socket preservation after an extraction?
Without socket preservation, the extraction site collapses inward as bone resorbs. This may make future implant placement impossible without additional bone grafting procedures (ridge augmentation or sinus lift), which adds cost, time, and surgical complexity to your implant treatment.
Getting Here
Directions from Chevy Chase to Our Washington, DC Office
Our Washington, DC office is approximately 12 minutes from Chevy Chase, near landmarks such as Chevy Chase Circle, Columbia Country Club, and Friendship Heights Metro.
Driving Directions: Head south on Connecticut Avenue NW through Chevy Chase Circle into the District. Continue past Dupont Circle, then turn left on M Street NW. 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 socket preservation consultation at our Washington, DC office. We look forward to welcoming you.