The preparation of your mouth before the placement of a prosthesis is referred to as pre-prosthetic surgery. Some patients require minor oral surgical procedures before receiving a partial or complete denture to ensure maximum comfort.
A denture sits on the bone ridge, so it is important that the bone is the proper shape and size. When a tooth is extracted, the underlying bone may be left sharp or uneven, and for the best denture fit it may need to be smoothed, reshaped, or reduced.
One or more of the following procedures may be needed to prepare your mouth for a denture:
- Bone smoothing and reshaping
- Removal of excess bone
- Bone ridge reduction
- Removal of excess gum tissue
- Exposure of impacted teeth
We will review your particular needs with you during your appointment.