​Preserve the Bone After a Tooth Extraction

and Prepare for a Future Dental Implant

When a tooth is removed, the bone that once supported it naturally begins to shrink. Socket preservation is a procedure performed at the time of extraction to help maintain the shape and volume of the jawbone. A bone grafting material is gently placed into the extraction site to support healing and limit bone loss. This can be especially important when a dental implant is planned, as preserving the bone may make future implant placement simpler, more predictable, and more aesthetic.

Planning a tooth extraction? Ask us whether socket preservation is recommended for you.