Ridge Augmentation
Patient Resources:
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry: http://www.mychildrensteeth.org
American Board of Pediatric Dentistry: http://www.abpd.org
American Dental Association Desktop Site: http://www.mouthhealthy.org
American Dental Association Mobile Site: http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/?device=Mobile
American Academyof Pediatrics: http://www2.aap.org/oralhealth/SOPDOH.html
If you lose one or more permanent teeth, an indentation may result in the gums and jawbone where the tooth used to be. When no longer holding a tooth in place, the jawbone recedes and the resulting indentation looks unnatural. Ridge augmentation is a procedure that can recapture the natural contour of the gums and jaw. A new tooth can then be created that is natural looking and complements your smile.