Bone & Ridge Augmentation in San Marino, CA
Prepare for Dental Implants with Expert, Supportive Care
Building a Healthy Foundation for Your Smile
If you’ve lost a tooth — or have been missing teeth for some time — your jawbone may begin to shrink in that area. This bone loss can affect not just your appearance, but also your ability to receive a secure dental implant.
At Dr. Fary Yassamy’s San Marino dental office, we offer bone and ridge augmentation planning to help patients rebuild the bone and support needed for successful long-term tooth replacement. Whether you’re considering dental implants or have recently had a tooth extraction, these procedures help preserve and restore the structure of your jaw — setting the stage for lasting results.
Patients from San Marino, South Pasadena, and nearby areas trust our team for care that’s thoughtful, skilled, and never rushed.
What Is Bone Grafting?
Bone grafting is a procedure used to replace or regenerate bone in the jaw where it’s been lost due to:
- Tooth loss
- Gum disease
- Infection
- Injury
- Long-term denture wear
A small amount of grafting material — often natural or synthetic bone — is placed into the area where bone is missing or thinning. Over time, your body integrates the graft and grows new bone, strengthening the jaw for future treatments like implants.
What Is Ridge Augmentation?
Ridge augmentation is a specific type of bone graft used to rebuild the natural contours of the jaw after tooth loss or trauma. It can:
- Widen or heighten the bone for implant support
- Restore facial symmetry
- Prevent further bone deterioration
- Improve gum tissue contours for better esthetics
This is often done after extractions or in preparation for implant-supported dentures.
When Are These Procedures Needed?
You may benefit from bone or ridge augmentation if:
- You’re planning to receive dental implants
- Your jawbone is too thin or soft to support an implant
- You’ve had tooth loss for several months or years
- You want to preserve jaw structure after a recent extraction
- You’ve noticed changes in facial shape or gum line after tooth loss
Our Collaborative Approach
While Dr. Yassamy does not perform surgical grafting procedures herself, she plays a central role in evaluating, planning, and restoring these cases. She works closely with skilled oral surgeons or periodontists to ensure every step of the process — from diagnostics to final restoration — is seamless, safe, and personalized.
Once the grafted site has healed, Dr. Yassamy will proceed with placing a natural-looking dental crown, implant denture, or All-on-4 restoration as needed.
Why Trust Dr. Yassamy?
With decades of experience in implant restoration and whole-health dentistry, Dr. Yassamy brings a highly personalized, thoughtful approach to every patient’s care. Whether you need a single graft or part of a larger full mouth reconstruction, she ensures your results are both functional and beautifully natural.
Patients appreciate her:
- Advanced training in occlusion, bite design, and facial harmony
- Collaborative, well-coordinated care with trusted specialists
- Emphasis on minimally invasive, long-term solutions
- Warm, community-based atmosphere that never feels rushed
Schedule a Bone Grafting or Ridge Augmentation Evaluation
If you’ve been told you’re not a candidate for implants due to bone loss — or you want to preserve your jaw after an extraction — we can help. Let’s rebuild your foundation, so your smile lasts for years to come.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does bone grafting hurt?
The procedure is typically done under local anesthesia or sedation by a specialist. Some soreness is expected afterward, but it’s generally mild and manageable.
How long does it take to heal?
Healing time depends on the type of graft and area treated. Most patients heal in 3–6 months before an implant is placed.
Will I need bone grafting for every implant?
Not always. Some patients have enough bone, especially if the tooth was lost recently. We’ll assess your needs with digital imaging before planning.
Can grafting be done at the same time as extraction?
Yes — socket preservation is a common approach, placing bone graft material into the site immediately after tooth removal to preserve bone height.
Is bone grafting covered by insurance?
Some plans cover grafting when it’s medically necessary. We’ll help you navigate your benefits and discuss financing options if needed.
Still have questions?
Let’s Build a Strong Foundation for a Lifetime of Smiles
Rebuilding your bone is the first step to rebuilding your confidence. We’re here to guide you every step of the way — with clear answers, compassionate care, and long-term support.