Uneven jaw ridge after molar extraction - can my molar be replaced to avoid pain?

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I have an uneven jaw ridge after 2 molars extracted on same side. Jaw bone ridge is uneven and sharp. I do not want jaw recontouring so want to just replace the front molar to avoid the pain of the denture rubbing on the pointy sharp bone ridge where the back molar was. Can this be done effectively?

Kerem Turgut Atasoy, DDS, PhD · Answer

After the extraction,sometimes there may be bone prominences and those are shaved with a surgical procedure called alveoloplasty in order to correct the bone sharpness in the relevant area and your existing complaints disappear This is not a situation that changes your facial contour.

German Arzate, DDS - Account Suspended · Answer

As a dental implant specialist, I can suggest that the best recommendation for cases like yours is the placement of implants to preserve the bone and provide an anatomically aesthetic and functional solution that is also comfortable.
In your case, the placement of dental implants would be the most effective solution. Dental implants are an excellent option to preserve the bone and provide a replacement for your missing tooth that avoids the discomfort caused by a denture rubbing on the uneven and sharp bone ridge. By placing a dental implant in the front molar area, we can ensure both aesthetic and functional improvements. I would recommend scheduling a consultation with a dental implant specialist to evaluate your case and discuss the available treatment options for you.

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