When the jawbone ridge has collapsed after tooth loss, augmentation rebuilds the shape and volume implants need.
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Ridge augmentation is a bone grafting procedure that rebuilds the height and width of the alveolar ridge, the section of jawbone that once held your tooth roots, after it has shrunk or collapsed following tooth loss.
When a tooth is lost and not replaced promptly, the surrounding bone begins to resorb. Over time the ridge narrows and flattens. Ridge augmentation restores it to the dimensions needed for proper implant positioning, long-term stability, and natural-looking results.

You have a narrow or sunken jaw ridge at a tooth loss site
You have been told your ridge is too thin for implants
You have been missing a tooth for several years without a replacement
You experienced bone loss from gum disease, trauma, or a failed restoration
You want implants that are correctly positioned for the best long-term outcome


Cone beam CT imaging measures the existing ridge dimensions and identifies where bone volume is deficient. This tells us the exact amount and type of augmentation needed before implant placement can proceed.

Bone graft material is placed at the deficient ridge site. A barrier membrane is typically used to guide new bone growth and protect the graft during healing. The area is then closed with sutures.

Over 3 to 6 months the graft integrates with existing bone and the ridge rebuilds to the required width and height. Follow-up imaging confirms the site is ready for the next phase.

With the ridge restored, implant placement proceeds as planned. The result is an implant positioned correctly in three dimensions, supported by sufficient bone for long-term stability and natural aesthetics.

For patients with a collapsed or narrow ridge, augmentation makes properly positioned implants possible where they otherwise could not be placed.

A rebuilt ridge creates natural gum contours around the final crown, so the result looks like a real tooth rather than an implant filling a gap.

Augmenting the ridge arrests the ongoing deterioration of the jawbone and restores structural support to the surrounding teeth and facial tissues.

Dr. Kramer, our board-certified periodontist, handles ridge augmentation in-house. Your full treatment is coordinated by one team in one office.

All-on-6 replaces an entire arch of missing teeth with one fixed, comprehensive solution — upper, lower, or both.

Six implants distribute bite force more evenly across the jaw than fewer-implant solutions — providing a more natural feel and greater long-term stability.

Your new arch is permanently fixed — no removal at night, no adhesives, no slipping, no dietary restrictions.

With proper care and regular checkups, dental implants are designed to be a long-term solution. Results vary by patient, and our team will give you an honest assessment of what to expect during your consultation.
Ridge augmentation in Manhattan typically ranges from $1,000 to $3,500 depending on the size of the defect and the amount of bone material needed. This cost is separate from implant placement and is usually scheduled as a preparatory step. CareCredit financing is available and our team will verify your insurance benefits before treatment begins.
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Ridge augmentation is a type of bone grafting. The term specifically refers to rebuilding the alveolar ridge, the jawbone section that holds teeth, when it has lost width or height and needs to be reshaped before implants can be placed.
Most patients need 3 to 6 months for the graft to fully integrate before implant placement can proceed. The timeline depends on how much bone was added and where in the jaw the procedure was performed.
A temporary restoration can be placed over the site during the healing period so you are not left with a visible gap. Dr. Krinick will discuss your interim options during the consultation.
Not always. It depends on how much bone remains at the site. Cone beam CT imaging during the consultation will tell us definitively whether augmentation is needed or whether an implant can be placed directly.
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