Pre-Prosthetic Surgery

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 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 the following procedures might need to be performed in order to prepare your mouth for a denture:

  • Bone smoothing and reshaping
  • Removal of excess bone
  • Bone ridge reduction
  • Removal of excess gum tissue

We will review your particular needs with you during your appointment.

Kalant, Pink & Associates

5 out of 5 stars based on 2 Pre-Prosthetic Surgery reviews.

Had a All on 4/5 implant procedure done from Dr. Kalant. Traveled over a hour away to meet him and go through the initial steps. He made the entire process very easy. Staff was great and kind every time. Surgery couldn’t have gone any better. Highly recommended! Thank you, Dr. Kalant.

- Josh R

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Great Job!

- pbhs t

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