Pre-Prosthetic Surgery

The preparation of your mouth before the placement of a prosthesis is referred to as pre-prosthetic surgery.

Some patients require minor oral surgical procedures before receiving a partial or complete denture, in order to ensure the maximum level of comfort. A denture sits on the bone ridge, so it is very important that the bone is the proper shape and size. If a tooth needs to be extracted, the underlying bone might be left sharp and uneven. For the best fit of a denture, the bone might need to be smoothed out or reshaped. Occasionally, excess bone would need to be removed prior to denture insertion.

One or more of the following procedures might need to be performed in order to prepare your mouth for a denture:

  • Bone smoothing and reshaping
  • Removal of excess bone
  • Bone ridge reduction
  • Removal of excess gum tissue
  • Exposure of impacted teeth

We will review your particular needs with you during your appointment.

South Bay Oral Surgery & Dental Implants

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I had a good experience from start to finish. The girls at the front office are very friendly and accomadating . Dr. Oseas is very professional and knowledgeable.

- Alexis C

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Good

- Sarah C

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Everything was very clear and very easy, from scheduling to procedure

- Alex F

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Super professional and sympathetic. Helped reduce my anxiety

- Greg G

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Enjoyable atmosphere and great staff

- Rich W

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Procedure was quick and easy. Overall good.

- Paula W

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Very friendly and had no problems

- Lance P

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You guys rock!

- Noah W

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Made my whole experience much easier than I expected!

- Lauren B

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I felt very informed and comfortable throughout the process thanks to the staff

- Caroline V

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Fantastic experience!

- Emma S

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It was a great experience, all things considered

- Brett D

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Dr Oseas and staff were professional and friendly. Took the time to explain the process very clearly to us. Followed up with a phone call after the procedure to ensure all was well. Would recommend to friends and family!

- Heidi W

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I'm very grateful to be in the care of this capable and very friendly office.

- Lynne W

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The staff and doctor are very professioal. The office is very clean and beautifully decorated.

- Maria L

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Courteous and efficient staff. Kept me informed of process

- Suzanne W

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Very confident office staff and the dentist very knowlegable and personable.

- Ida M

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I am very pleased with the implant and the professional care from doctor and staff.

- George W

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Excellent work!

- Andrew A

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Office is nice and the doctor was nice. Thanks for taking out my teeth , that was really 100 of you.

- Rachel J

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