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Ridge Augmentation Procedures
Description
Deformities in the jaw most likely have inadequate bone to place a dental implant.To correct the problem, the gum is lifted away from the ridge to expose the bone defect. The bone defect is augmented with bone or bone substitute to build the ridge. After 4 months of healing, a dental implant is placed. Finally, a single crown is made with the normal contour of natural teeth.
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Case. This patient was treated with hard tissue augmentation (bone block technique) and an implant.
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Length
Average 1-2 hours.
Cases are followed closely for 4 months
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After surgery
Some discomfort , face swelling. and brushing. Antibiotics and pain killers are needed.
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Recovery
Back to work: 5-7 days
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Risk
Bone block loss due to infection or exposure of the graft.
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Results
Very predictable. It allows sufficient bone to place implants at a later time.
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Patient Status
Outpatient. You will need a driver if oral sedation is administered.
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Anesthesia
Local without any need for IV sedation. Oral sedation is used in most of the cases.