Pre-Prosthetic Surgery
Create a Better Foundation for Your New Smile
The Right Foundation Can Make All the Difference
Prepare Your Mouth for a Better Fit
Improve Comfort
Smoothing uneven bone or excess tissue can help create a more comfortable foundation for your prosthesis.
Support Stability
Properly shaped bone and soft tissue can provide a more stable foundation for dentures and other restorations.
Prepare for Restoration
Surgical preparation can help create the conditions needed for your planned prosthetic treatment.
How Pre-Prosthetic Surgery Works
01
Evaluation
We examine the bone and soft tissues supporting your planned restoration.
02
Treatment Planning
We identify any areas that may interfere with the fit, comfort, or stability of your prosthesis.
03
Surgical Preparation
Depending on your needs, we may smooth bone, reshape a ridge, remove excess tissue, or perform another preparatory procedure.
04
Restorative Treatment
Once the area has healed appropriately, your dentist or prosthodontist can proceed with your planned restoration.
Could Pre-Prosthetic Surgery Help Your Restoration Fit Better?
You may benefit from an evaluation if:
- You are preparing for new dentures
- Your existing denture is uncomfortable or unstable
- You have uneven or sharp areas of jawbone
- Excess gum or bone interferes with your restoration
- You are preparing for an implant-supported prosthesis
Your surgeon will determine which, if any, preparatory procedure is appropriate.
Specialized Care. Advanced Technology. Personalized Treatment.
Experienced
Oral Surgeons
Our board-certified oral surgeons have specialized training and experience to provide expert surgical care across a wide range of oral and maxillofacial procedures.
Advanced
Technology
We use modern technology and advanced treatment techniques to help diagnose conditions accurately, plan procedures carefully, and provide precise surgical care.
Personalized
Patient Care
Every patient is different. We take the time to understand your needs, answer your questions, and create a treatment plan tailored to your individual goals.
Frequently Asked Questions About
Pre-Prosthetic Surgery
What is pre-prosthetic surgery?
Pre-prosthetic surgery prepares the bone and soft tissues of the mouth for a denture, bridge, implant-supported restoration, or other prosthesis.
What procedures can be included?
Treatment may include smoothing or reshaping bone, removing excess bone or tissue, reducing a bone ridge, or other procedures needed to improve the foundation for a restoration.
Will I need pre-prosthetic surgery before dentures?
Not everyone needs it. Your oral surgeon will evaluate your anatomy and determine whether surgical preparation could improve the fit or comfort of your denture.
How long is recovery?
Recovery depends on the specific procedure performed. Mild swelling and discomfort are common, and your surgeon will provide personalized instructions.
When can my prosthesis be placed?
Timing depends on the procedure and how your tissues heal. Your oral surgeon and restorative dentist will coordinate the appropriate timeline.