Ridge Augmentation in Westchester, NY
Rebuild Your Jawbone for Optimal Implants
When teeth are lost, the jawbone ridge that once supported them begins to shrink and flatten. This can make implant placement difficult or impossible without intervention. Ridge augmentation rebuilds the natural contour of your jawbone, creating the ideal foundation for dental implants that look and function beautifully. At Westchester Dental Implant Institute, Dr. Krinick restores what time and tooth loss have taken away.
What Is Ridge Augmentation?
Ridge augmentation (also called ridge preservation or ridge expansion) is a procedure that rebuilds the alveolar ridge the bone that surrounds and supports your teeth. When a tooth is lost or extracted, this ridge naturally resorbs over time, losing both height and width. Ridge augmentation uses bone grafting techniques to restore the ridge to its proper shape and size, ensuring there's enough bone for successful implant placement.
Restores Natural Contour
Rebuilds the ridge to its proper height and width for ideal implant positioning.
Enables Proper Placement
Creates adequate bone volume for implants to be placed at the correct angle and depth.
Improves Final Aesthetics
A properly shaped ridge supports natural-looking gums and teeth.
Prevents Further Loss
Stops ongoing bone resorption and preserves your remaining jaw structure.
Why Choose
Dr. Krinick for Ridge Augmentation?
Ridge augmentation requires careful planning and surgical precision. The goal isn't just to add bone it's to recreate the ideal shape and position for implants that look and function naturally.
Precision 3D Planning - Dr. Krinick uses CBCT imaging to precisely measure bone loss and plan augmentation for optimal implant positioning.
Aesthetic Focus – Beyond function, Dr. Krinick considers how your final restoration will look, ensuring your ridge supports natural gum contours.
Complete Implant Care – From ridge augmentation through final restoration, Dr. Krinick handles your entire treatment journey in-house.
The Ridge Augmentation Process
Comprehensive Evaluation
Dr. Krinick takes 3D scans to assess your ridge deficiency and plans exactly how much augmentation is needed for successful implants.
Ridge Augmentation Surgery
Under local anesthesia with sedation available, bone graft material is placed to rebuild the ridge. A membrane may be used to protect the graft during healing.
Healing Period
Over 4-6 months, your body integrates the graft material, regenerating new bone and restoring your ridge to proper shape.
Implant Placement
Once healed, your ridge is ready to support dental implants placed at the ideal angle and position for long-term success.
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Benefits of Ridge Augmentation
Ridge augmentation sets the stage for implant success and beautiful, natural-looking results:
Optimal Implant Positioning – A properly shaped ridge allows implants to be placed at the ideal angle for function and longevity.
Natural-Looking Results – Your final restoration will have proper gum contours and aesthetics because the underlying bone supports it correctly.
Higher Success Rates – Implants placed in adequate bone have significantly better long-term outcomes.
Prevents Complications – Addressing ridge deficiencies before implant placement prevents problems during and after surgery.
Preserves Facial Structure – Maintaining bone volume keeps your face looking natural and prevents premature aging.
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Ridge Augmentation Questions Answered
Common questions about ridge augmentation for dental implants.
Ridge augmentation is a type of bone grafting specifically focused on rebuilding the contour and shape of your jaw ridge. General bone grafting may address bone loss in any area, while ridge augmentation specifically targets the ridge that will support your implants.
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, so you won't feel pain during surgery. Sedation is available for anxious patients. Post-operative discomfort is typically mild and managed with OTC pain medication.
Most patients need 4-6 months for the graft to fully integrate before implants can be placed. Dr. Krinick will monitor your healing with follow-up appointments.
Yes, ridge preservation (a type of ridge augmentation) can often be done immediately after tooth extraction to prevent bone loss before it starts.
Dr. Krinick ensures you have a temporary solution during healing. You won't go without teeth while waiting for your ridge to heal.
Questions about ridge augmentation?
Our team is ready to answer your specific questions.
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Location
Visit Westchester Dental Implant Institute
New Rochelle
47 Potter Ave 2nd Fl, New Rochelle, NY 10801
Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm
New York City
919 2nd Ave #2, New York, NY 10017
Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm
Don't Let Bone Loss Stop Your Smile
If you've been told you're not a candidate for implants, get a second opinion. Dr. Krinick has helped countless patients rebuild their bone and finally get the implants they deserve.
