At Booker Oral Surgery & Implant Center, we understand the importance of maintaining a healthy jawbone after tooth extraction. Socket preservation is a procedure designed to protect and preserve your jawbone, ensuring a strong foundation for future dental implants or other restorative treatments. Led by Dr. Stacey Newton-Booker, DDS, our practice is committed to providing high-quality care in a warm and welcoming environment.
Why Choose Booker Oral Surgery & Implant Center for Socket Preservation?
- Expert Care: Dr. Stacey Newton-Booker, DDS, has extensive experience in socket preservation, ensuring that your jawbone remains healthy and strong after tooth extraction.
- Preventative Approach: By focusing on preserving the bone structure immediately after tooth removal, we help prevent complications such as bone loss and prepare the site for future dental implants.
- Comfort and Support: Our practice is dedicated to making you feel comfortable and supported throughout your treatment, from consultation to recovery.
- Advanced Techniques: We utilize the latest techniques in socket preservation to ensure optimal outcomes and a smooth healing process.
What to Expect During Socket Preservation
Socket preservation is a procedure performed immediately after a tooth is extracted. It involves placing bone graft material into the empty socket where the tooth root was located, helping to preserve the bone and prevent resorption.
- Initial Consultation: During your consultation, Dr. Newton-Booker will evaluate your oral health and determine if socket preservation is the right option for you.
- How Socket Preservation Works: After the tooth is removed, Dr. Newton-Booker will place a bone graft material into the socket. This material may come from your own body, a donor, or a synthetic source. The graft helps to stabilize the socket, preventing the surrounding bone from collapsing or resorbing.
- Post-Surgery Care: We provide detailed post-operative care instructions to ensure a smooth recovery. Proper care after the procedure is essential to the success of the socket preservation and the future stability of the area.
Recovery Time and Healing Process
Healing Time
The initial healing phase after socket preservation typically takes a few weeks, during which the gum tissue heals over the socket. However, the bone graft material will continue to integrate with your natural bone over several months. This gradual process is crucial to ensuring a strong and stable foundation for future dental implants or other restorative treatments.
Post-Procedure Care
During the healing process, it’s important to follow all aftercare instructions provided by our team. This may include avoiding certain foods, maintaining good oral hygiene, and attending follow-up appointments to monitor your progress.