Implant Dentistry
Ridge Augmentation
in McLean
Ridge Augmentation for McLean residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Implant Dentistry
Ridge Augmentation in McLean
McLean is an affluent unincorporated community in Fairfax County known for its excellent schools, diplomatic residences, and proximity to DC, and when it comes to ridge augmentation, the community trusts the team of periodontists at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry in Reston. 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.
Many of our ridge augmentation patients travel from McLean — a drive of only about 15 minutes — because they value the combination of periodontal expertise and personalized attention we provide. 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 McLean.
Our periodontists — Drs. Zalewsky, Alani, Artis, Daru, Lakkis, and Ganesh — combine advanced specialty training with a patient-centered approach. 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. Patients from McLean consistently trust our expertise.
We encourage McLean residents to take the next step toward improved oral health and confidence. Call our Reston office at (703) 689-4442 or use our online form to request your ridge augmentation consultation. We look forward to welcoming you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ridge Augmentation FAQ for McLean 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 McLean to Our Washington, DC Office
Our Washington, DC office is approximately 15 minutes from McLean, near landmarks such as CIA headquarters, Tysons Corner Center, and Great Falls Park.
Driving Directions: Take Route 123 (Chain Bridge Road) east across Chain Bridge into DC. Continue on Canal Road to M Street NW. Our DC office is at 2311 M Street NW, Suite 500.
Washington, DC: 2311 M Street NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20037
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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.