Implant Dentistry
Socket Preservation
in Kingstowne
Socket Preservation for Kingstowne residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Implant Dentistry
Socket Preservation in Kingstowne
Residents of Kingstowne, a master-planned community in the Alexandria area offering convenient shopping and a suburban village atmosphere, now have convenient access to expert socket preservation care at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry in nearby Alexandria. 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.
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. From Kingstowne, our Alexandria office is approximately 10 minutes away, making it easy to receive socket preservation treatment without a long commute.
Why Precision Periodontics
Board-certified periodontists serving Kingstowne.
Our periodontists — Drs. Zalewsky, Alani, Artis, Daru, Lakkis, and Ganesh — combine advanced specialty training with a patient-centered approach. 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. Patients from Kingstowne consistently trust our expertise.
If you are in Kingstowne and ready to explore your socket preservation options, we invite you to schedule a consultation at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry. Our Alexandria 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) 823-2422 or request an appointment online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Socket Preservation FAQ for Kingstowne 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 Kingstowne to Our Alexandria, VA Office
Our Alexandria, VA office is approximately 10 minutes from Kingstowne, near landmarks such as Kingstowne Town Center, Lake Accotink Park, and Kingstowne Village Parkway.
Driving Directions: Take Kingstowne Village Parkway to South Van Dorn Street, then head north toward Kenmore Avenue. Our Alexandria office is at 4660 Kenmore Avenue, Suite 300.
Alexandria, VA: 4660 Kenmore Avenue, Suite 300 & 312, Alexandria, VA 22304
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Let us help you achieve a healthier, more confident smile.
Contact us with any questions or to schedule a socket preservation consultation at our Alexandria office. We look forward to welcoming you.