Pre-prostheticSurgery
Preparing the mouth for a partial or complete denture. Smoothing, reshaping, and contouring the bone and soft tissue so a prosthesis fits comfortably and looks right.
Pre-prosthetic surgery
The preparation of your mouth before the placement of a prosthesis is referred to as pre-prosthetic surgery.
A denture sits on the bone ridge
Some patients require minor oral surgical procedures before receiving a partial or complete denture in order to ensure the maximum level of comfort.
A denture sits on the bone ridge, so it is very important that the bone is the proper shape and size. If a tooth needs to be extracted, the underlying bone might be sharp and uneven. For the best fit of a denture, the bone might need to be smoothed or reshaped. Occasionally, excess bone may need to be removed prior to denture insertion.
One or more of these may be needed
Depending on the condition of the bone and soft tissue, any combination of the following may be performed.
Bone smoothing and reshaping
Removal of excess bone
Bone ridge reduction
Removal of excess gum tissue
Exposure of impacted teeth
What Should I Do Next?
Speak with Dr. Eberle to learn whether pre-prosthetic surgery is part of the right plan to prepare your mouth for a denture or prosthesis.
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