Implant Dentistry
Ridge Augmentation
in Tenleytown
Ridge Augmentation for Tenleytown residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Implant Dentistry
Ridge Augmentation in Tenleytown
Tenleytown is a residential upper-northwest DC neighborhood near American University offering a quiet, suburban feel within the city, and when it comes to ridge augmentation, the community trusts the team of periodontists 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.
We welcome patients from Tenleytown and surrounding areas to our Washington DC office, conveniently located about 15 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 Tenleytown.
What sets Precision Periodontics apart for Tenleytown residents is our team of six board-certified periodontists, each bringing unique expertise and a shared commitment to clinical excellence. 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.
We encourage Tenleytown residents to take the next step toward improved oral health and confidence. Call our Washington DC office at (202) 296-3360 or use our online form to request your ridge augmentation consultation. We look forward to welcoming you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ridge Augmentation FAQ for Tenleytown 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 Tenleytown to Our Washington, DC Office
Our Washington, DC office is approximately 12 minutes from Tenleytown, near landmarks such as Fort Reno Park, Tenleytown-AU Metro station, and American University.
Driving Directions: Take Wisconsin Avenue NW south toward Georgetown. Continue past the National Cathedral and Georgetown University to 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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Let us help you achieve a healthier, more confident smile.
Contact us with any questions or to schedule a ridge augmentation consultation at our Washington, DC office. We look forward to welcoming you.