When you lose a tooth, your supporting jawbone in the area begins to deteriorate. Our dentists can provide extraction site preservation in Escondido and San Diego, California, to help prevent this from occurring and maintain your oral health. Call A+ Dental & Implant Center today to find out more about extraction site preservation and schedule a consultation.
Preserve Your Smile with Extraction Site Preservation
When a tooth must be removed, protecting the health and structure of your jawbone becomes a critical part of your overall treatment plan. After a tooth extraction, the surrounding bone and gum tissue can begin to deteriorate, a natural process known as bone resorption. Without intervention, this bone loss may lead to changes in facial appearance, weakened jaw support and challenges when it comes to replacing the missing tooth. At our dental practice, we offer extraction site preservation to help maintain your bone structure, protect your oral health and support future restorative options such as dental implants.
Why Bone Preservation Matters After an Extraction
Tooth roots play an essential role in maintaining the strength and volume of the jawbone. When a tooth is removed, the body begins to reabsorb the bone that once supported it, assuming that it is no longer needed. This can lead to the shrinking of the bone ridge, collapse of nearby tissues, and a sunken or aged appearance in the face.
This bone loss can also make it more difficult to place dental implants in the future. Dental implants rely on a strong foundation of bone to anchor securely and function properly. Preserving the extraction site helps ensure that you have enough healthy bone to support an implant or another type of tooth replacement later on.
What to Expect During Extraction Site Preservation
In many cases, extraction site preservation can be performed at the same time as the tooth extraction. During the procedure, a bone grafting material is carefully placed into the empty socket where the tooth once was. This material acts as a scaffold to support new bone growth and helps maintain the natural shape and density of the jaw.
After the graft is placed, the area is typically covered with a protective membrane and sutured to encourage healing. Over the following months, the grafted material integrates with your natural bone, preserving the site and making future dental restoration much more predictable.
Customized Care for Long-Term Oral Health
Every patient’s needs are different. Our dentists will evaluate your oral health and discuss whether extraction site preservation is appropriate for your specific case. Whether you plan to replace your missing tooth with a dental implant or are simply looking to maintain your facial structure and bone health, this procedure offers long-term benefits that can enhance both function and appearance.
Schedule a Consultation Today
If you are facing a tooth extraction, now is the time to consider site preservation. Our experienced dental team is here to answer your questions, explain your options and guide you through every step of the process. Contact our office today at 760-566-7434 to schedule your consultation and take the next step toward a healthier, more confident smile.
