Periodontal disease is an inflammatory condition, which progressively destroys the tooth-supporting tissues (bone and periodontal ligament) and creates defects in the surrounding bone. If left untreated, periodontal disease can eventually lead to tooth loss. Learn More

When teeth are extracted, the tooth-supporting alveolar bone resorbs away. Over time, excessive alveolar bone resorption compromises the aesthetics and function of the prosthesis (implant or denture). A socket preservation procedure is performed at the time of tooth extraction to preserve the underlying bony structure, thereby maintaining the natural gingival contour. Learn More

Shrinkage of the alveolar (jaw) bone is an inevitable consequence of tooth/teeth loss and sometimes dental trauma. Alveolar bony defects and a lack of alveolar bone complicate dental implant therapy and compromise the aesthetics and function of the prosthesis. Regeneration procedures, such as guided bone regeneration or block bone grafts, are performed to regenerate bone and to reconstruct the contour of the alveolar ridge. Learn More

Maxillary sinuses are air-filled cavities that lie in close proximity to the maxillary posterior (upper back) teeth. Maxillary sinus enlargement (pneumatisation) and alveolar (jaw) bone resorption following tooth loss, reduce the amount of alveolar bone available for future implant placement. Sinus augmentation (sinus lift) is a surgical procedure that predictably elevates the floor of the sinus to create adequate space for graft materials and implants. Learn More