If you’re suffering from severe tooth decay or infection, bone loss, or missing teeth, our periodontist, Dr. Vikas Puri, has extensive expertise in tooth extractions, bone grafting, and dental implants.
Dental problems often worsen when left untreated, therefore we encourage you to schedule an oral surgery consultation as soon as possible to avoid more complex and costlier procedures later. And if you have any degree of dental anxiety, Dr. Puri is certified in administering IV sedation, enabling you to receive fear-free and effective oral surgery near you in Richland, WA!
As a board-certified periodontist, Dr. Puri is highly qualified to perform complex implant cases and regenerative procedures, as well as some maxillofacial surgery procedures. When you choose Implant & Periodontal Associates Northwest, you’ll benefit from advanced technology, decades of oral surgery experience, and our patient-centric approach. From your initial oral surgery evaluation to post-surgical recovery, your unique clinical needs and comfort are at the forefront.
While it's always preferred to save a natural tooth, tooth extraction is recommended in case of a severe infection, tooth decay that can't be repaired, or crowding. In addition to offering affordable tooth extractions in Richland, WA, our periodontist and team always extract teeth as gently as possible. After the empty socket heals, we'll discuss tooth replacement options to restore your smile function and beauty.
Whether you have periodontal disease or have lost a tooth, this can cause your underlying jawbone to deteriorate and be reabsorbed. Although the All-on-4® full-arch implant protocol often bypasses bone augmentation, many patients receiving a single implant or implant bridge require bone grafting at Implant & Periodontal Associates Northwest. Over time, donor bone placed in the weakened area fuses to create a strong, stable foundation for the dental implant(s).
A sinus lift is an oral surgery procedure that adds bone to your upper jaw in the area of the molars and premolars to create a stable foundation for dental implants. During the procedure, your sinus membrane is gently lifted upward, and then bone graft material is placed beneath it to increase bone height. Over a period of several months, the graft integrates with your natural bone, enabling implants to be placed safely and securely.
A missing tooth or severe gum disease can change the shape of your jawbone along the alveolar ridge. Ridge augmentation is a specific type of bone grafting at Implant & Periodontal Associates Northwest that helps restore the alveolar ridge for both functional and aesthetic purposes. Ideally, a ridge augmentation should be performed as soon as possible after a tooth extraction to prepare for dental implants, but it can also be done at a later date.
Dental implants are the only tooth replacement that replaces both the root and the crown of missing teeth. The implant post assumes the function of the missing tooth root, fusing with your jawbone over time to provide a stable foundation for the crown. Dental implants in Richland, WA offer exceptional versatility because they can replace one missing tooth, several in a row, an upper or lower arch, or be used to stabilize a full-mouth overdenture or fixed denture.
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