Advanced Dentistry
Protecting the jawbone immediately after tooth extraction. A simple procedure that preserves bone density and keeps your options open for future implant placement.
Preventive Approach
When a tooth is extracted, the socket left behind begins to lose bone almost immediately. Without intervention, this bone loss can reduce the width and height of the jawbone significantly within just a few months. Socket preservation places grafting material into the empty socket right after extraction, maintaining the bone volume and creating conditions for successful dental implant placement in the future.
At Capital Dental Design, Dr. Forbes routinely recommends socket preservation when extraction is necessary and a dental implant is being considered. The procedure adds minimal time to the extraction appointment and can save months of treatment and additional grafting procedures down the road.
Once a tooth is removed, the clock starts on bone loss. Socket preservation stops that process immediately, maintaining the foundation you will need for future restoration.
Why It Matters
Patients who skip socket preservation after extraction often face significant bone loss within three to six months. When they later decide to pursue a dental implant, they may require extensive bone grafting to rebuild what was lost. Socket preservation is a proactive step that protects your options and simplifies future treatment. It is a small investment that prevents a much larger one.
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The Process
Every step is intentional. Nothing is rushed, nothing is improvised, and nothing moves forward without your approval.
The compromised tooth is carefully removed with minimal disruption to the surrounding bone and tissue.
The extraction site is thoroughly cleaned and any infected tissue is removed to create a healthy environment for the graft.
Biocompatible grafting material is placed into the socket and covered with a protective membrane. The site is closed with sutures.
Over the following three to four months, the graft material integrates with your natural bone. Follow-up appointments confirm proper healing and bone regeneration.
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Why Choose This Treatment
Grafting material placed immediately after extraction maintains bone volume that would otherwise be lost within weeks.
By preserving bone density, socket preservation often eliminates the need for a separate, more extensive bone grafting procedure later.
Socket preservation is done immediately after tooth extraction, requiring no additional surgical appointments.
The procedure adds very little time or discomfort to the extraction appointment itself.
Even if you are not ready for an implant immediately, socket preservation ensures the bone will be there when you are.
The cost of socket preservation is significantly less than the cost of bone grafting needed to rebuild lost bone later.
Your Dentist
The only provider in Richmond certified in Digital Smile Design. Advanced training in cosmetic and implant dentistry. Every case receives his personal attention from consultation through final treatment. One doctor. One standard.
Meet Dr. Forbes
Address
6946 Forest Ave, Suite 205
Richmond, VA 23230
Phone
804.320.8894Hours
Monday – Thursday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
