Implant Dentistry
Ridge Augmentation
in Herndon
Ridge Augmentation for Herndon residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Implant Dentistry
Ridge Augmentation in Herndon
If you live in Herndon and are considering ridge augmentation, Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry offers the advanced periodontal and implant care you deserve at our Reston office. 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.
We welcome patients from Herndon and surrounding areas to our Reston office, conveniently located about 10 minutes away. 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 Herndon.
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 Herndon patients access to a depth of expertise unmatched in the DC metro area.
If you are in Herndon and ready to explore your ridge augmentation options, we invite you to schedule a consultation at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry. Our Reston office is just 10 minutes away, and our team is here to answer your questions and develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs. Contact us today at (703) 689-4442 or request an appointment online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ridge Augmentation FAQ for Herndon 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 Herndon to Our Reston, VA Office
Our Reston, VA office is approximately 10 minutes from Herndon, near landmarks such as Historic downtown Herndon, Herndon Depot Museum, and Reston-Herndon Silver Line Metro.
Driving Directions: Take Elden Street or Herndon Parkway south toward the Dulles Toll Road. Head east to Reston Parkway and continue south to Metro Center Drive. Our Reston office is at 1886 Metro Center Drive, Suite 610.
Reston, VA: 1886 Metro Center Drive, Suite 610, Reston, VA 20190
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Let us help you achieve a healthier, more confident smile.
Contact us with any questions or to schedule a ridge augmentation consultation at our Reston office. We look forward to welcoming you.