Socket Preservation Procedure
Preserving Your Jaw Bone after Extraction
Removal of teeth is sometimes necessary because of pain, infection, bone loss, or due to a fracture in the tooth. The bone that holds the tooth in place (the socket) is often damaged by disease and/or infection, resulting in a deformity of the jaw after the tooth is extracted. In addition, when teeth are extracted the surrounding bone and gums can shrink and recede very quickly, resulting in unsightly defects and a collapse of the lips and cheeks.
These jaw defects can create major problems in performing restorative dentistry whether your treatment involves dental implants, bridges, or dentures. Jaw deformities from tooth removal can be prevented and repaired by a procedure called socket preservation. Socket preservation can greatly improve your smile’s appearance and increase your chances for successful dental implants.
Several techniques can be used to preserve the bone and minimize bone loss after an extraction. In one common method, the tooth is removed and the socket is filled with bone or bone substitute. It is then covered with gum, artificial membrane, or tissue, which encourages your body’s natural ability to repair the socket. With this method, the socket heals, eliminating shrinkage and collapse of the surrounding gum and facial tissues. The newly formed bone in the socket also provides a foundation for an implant to replace the tooth. If your dentist has recommended tooth removal, be sure to ask if socket preservation is necessary. This is particularly important if you are planning on replacing the front teeth.
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Oral & Facial Surgery Center of Joplin
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- Kynzi S
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I had 3 wisdom teeth removed today and had the best experience! Everyone was super nice and friendly and I loved that they explain everything to you and make sure to answer any questions you may have (: I was in and out, which helped everything feel like it went super smooth! My driver was also very appreciative that they kept him up to date, since he couldn’t come back to the room with me, letting him know I was doing great and helped that there’s a driver for them to explain everything to, especially when I was feeling all loopy lol.
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I would highly recommend Oral and Facial Surgery and Dr Burnett. My experience was amazing
- James R
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Very thorough explanation and follow up were excellent.
- Brenda K
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Probably the kindest and caring doctors office I have ever been to.
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I would recommend this office for your needs. I hope to not need their services again, lol, but will certainly return if I do.
- Giselle G
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Dr. Bays and his team of professionals where very respectful, attentive and made both my husband and I feel like a part of their dental family! Always responded immediately to any question or concern that I might have had!! I would highly recommend them for bone grafting and positioning of post for implants!
- JoAnn E R
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Everyone is professional and nice was in and out. No problem took very little time had no pain at all whatsoever after the procedure.
- Joie N
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Wonderful team, very caring; kept me informed of what we were doing so that i felt like I was part of the procedure. I had been suffering from wisdom Teeth pain and multiple infections for 20 years. They took care of the problem and scheduled me for extraction quickly.
- Joshua T
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One person was a little snitty on the phone Other than that it was good
- Bev P
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Very happy with the staff and procedure
- Karen O
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Doctor and staff make you very comfortable about procedure being done. They are all awesome!!
- Carolyn W
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Very caring & professional staff, excellent surgeon
- Ellen N
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Praise God! I had two wisdom teeth on opposite sides removed and I hardly felt anything!!! There aren’t enough good words to express how wonderful, talented, professional, and caring Dr. Burnette is!!! And his staff are also very professional and nice! I drove myself home 50 miles no problem. Cant recommend this doctor, staff and facility enough! So thankful! 79 year old great grandma!
- Lois H
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The Dr was very nice and he answered all my questions and concerns. He told me what to expect and what I needed to do to get ready for the procedure.
- Kat B
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Dr. Bays is the best! I love how he explains what he’s doing and why and how it’s going to feel! No surprises! My BP was higher before and all normal being very relaxed and assured afterwards!
- Becky M
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Wonderful staff
- George M
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I had to wait quite a while following consultation. I think someone forgot about me. Mistakes can happen. All in all though...quite pleased with the whole experience. Thank you all.
- Sarah L
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The staff was very friendly. The nurses were very knowledgeable and also friendly and made feel as comfortable as possible, the doctor was very knowledgeable as well and answered all my questions, the whole process was done in a timely manner, I would definitely go back if I needed them again.
- Katie F
