Socket Preservation
Losing a tooth can diminish your smile’s appeal, but it can also cause certain changes that go beyond aesthetics. If you lost a natural tooth or had an extraction, the bone in that region begins to deteriorate. To prevent bone resorption after tooth loss, our dentists perform socket preservation in Murphy, Wylie, Heath and Lucas TX. Our highly skilled team at Citrus Smiles, led by Dr. Aurora, ensures that the extraction socket remains viable for replacement with a denture or dental implant.
What Is The Significance of Socket Preservation
Our teeth are surrounded by alveolar bone that holds them securely in place and facilitates proper functioning. When you lose a natural tooth, the bone in that area begins to resorb and flattens over time. It is more pronounced if you have lost multiple teeth.
Bone loss after extraction can become a serious concern if you are considering replacement with dentures or dental implants since these restorations rely on the support of the jawbone.
For this reason, our dental professionals use socket preservation to maintain the bone in that area. This technique involves placing a bone graft within the extraction socket. It preserves the alveolar bone in that region and prevents resorption, keeping it viable for tooth replacement. This procedure can also help prevent ‘dry socket,’ a rare but painful complication of tooth extraction.
What Does Socket Preservation Entail
The process of socket preservation is typically completed in two phases. In the first phase, we will carefully extract your tooth, preserving as much of your surrounding bone tissue as possible. The second phase may be done immediately after tooth extraction or during the next visit.
Our dentist will clean and disinfect the socket to minimize the risk of infection. We will then place a bone graft at the extraction site. It can be derived from natural sources, or a synthetic material can be used.
After placing the bone graft, we will insert an absorbable plug or close the socket with sutures. The graft material merges with the surrounding bone and prevents resorption. During the next visit, our dentists will discuss the best tooth replacement options for restoring your smile.
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I had my first visit here recently and I highly recommend it! Everyone is so friendly and they explain everything from start to finish. Eman really helped me understand payment and treatment plan. So glad to have finally found a place after looking for someone new for YEARS!!!
~ Larissa Faulkner
Murphy
I had my first visit 10/27 Friday. I would first like to say that I was throughly impressed with the knowledgeable of the Dr and all his staff. They were so friendly & made me comfortable during my exam. Thank you all for being such great help. Sincerely Charlotte Johnson.
~ Charlotte
Murphy
I came in last week to have multiple tooth extractions. Dr.Kylie was amazing as well as the dental assistant. They were so patient and kind. They try their absolute best to make you comfortable and answer any questions you have. 10/10 recommend
~ Sydney Bong
Wylie
The Doctor and Staff who helped my son were exceptional. We had a dental emergency and they worked him in and were truly wonderful. At a time in need they really came through and were gentle and comforting. We couldn't of had a better experience!!.
~ Samwise
Wylie
I am very pleased with the overall care from Dr. and her staff. They are professional and educated me on what my procedure was going to be for the day and did an excellent job throughout the process. I highly recommend them to anyone!
~ Gale Wilson
Heath
Happy I found this provider! Beginning with the receptionist, the office is warm and inviting! My hygienist was personable, and I received such a great cleaning. The dentist was friendly and knowledgeable. Found the best place for my family’s dental care!
~ J E
Heath
Post-Treatment Care
It is normal to experience minor pain or soreness at the extraction site after this treatment. These symptoms resolve within one to two days. If the discomfort affects your routine, you can take pain medication to ease this duration.
Our dental team will provide complete care guidelines after treatment. While the socket is healing, we recommend eating a soft diet for a few days. Avoid hard, spicy, or crunchy foods and hot beverages that may cause irritation at the treatment site. It is also crucial to avoid smoking to achieve proper healing of the extraction socket.
Schedule A Consultation
If you have any queries about socket preservation, feel free to discuss it with our dental professionals. Call us today to schedule an appointment.