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Why might a narrow jawbone need ridge expansion before a dental implant?
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Why might a narrow jawbone need ridge expansion before a dental implant?

Many patients considering dental implants in London are surprised to learn that additional bone preparation may be necessary before their implant can be placed. When someone has lost a tooth, particularly after extraction or trauma, the surrounding jawbone often begins to narrow and shrink over time. This natural bone remodelling process can leave insufficient width to safely accommodate a dental implant.

By Dental Implants Team
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