Pre-Prosthetic Surgery

Pre-prosthetic surgery includes procedures that prepare the gums and jawbone for a denture or other removable restoration.

A denture depends on the shape of the tissues beneath it for support. If the jaw has uneven areas, sharp edges, excess bone, or bulky gum tissue, the prosthesis may not sit as comfortably or securely as intended.

In these situations, minor surgical treatment may be recommended before the denture is made or placed.

Why Preparation May Be Needed

The shape of the jaw can change after teeth are removed. Sometimes the extraction area heals with irregular bone contours or areas that make it harder for a denture to fit properly.

Pre-prosthetic surgery is used to refine those areas and create a smoother foundation for the restoration.

Depending on your needs, treatment may include:

• Contouring uneven areas of bone
• Reducing excess or prominent bone
• Reshaping the jaw ridge
• Removing extra soft tissue
• Exposing an impacted tooth when required for the restorative plan

Preparing for Your Denture

Not every patient needs surgery before receiving a denture.

Your oral surgeon will evaluate the shape of the jaw, the condition of the gum tissue, and the type of prosthesis being planned. If adjustment is needed, the procedure will be tailored to the specific areas that could interfere with comfort, stability, or fit.

The goal is to give your restorative dentist a healthier and more predictable foundation for the final denture.

A Treatment Plan Based on Your Mouth

At Silver Spring Implant & Oral Surgery, pre-prosthetic treatment is planned around the condition of your jaw and the restoration you are preparing to receive.

Your doctor will explain what, if anything, needs to be adjusted and how that step fits into the overall treatment process before you move forward.