When bone in the jaw has deteriorated and needs to be restored, the S.M.A.R.T. bone grafting technique delivers the same successful regeneration as traditional bone graft procedures, without needing a scalpel to access the bone beneath the gums.
Using the S.M.A.R.T. method, Dr. Aldredge is able to precisely place a bone graft around the tooth root or in the jaw, skipping the more invasive procedure of cutting the gums or lifting them away from teeth.
How It Works
The minimally invasive S.M.A.R.T. technique is similar to laparoscopic surgery. Dr. Aldredge makes a very small incision in the gums where the bone graft is needed. Using special tools, he delivers the bone graft material to the exact spot where it will encourage the growth of new bone.
The incision heals on its own with no need for sutures. Patients report less discomfort, less swelling, and faster healing.
S.M.A.R.T. stands for “Subperiosteal Minimally Invasive Aesthetic Ridge Augmentation.” Simply put, it means building bone in the jaw using a minimally invasive procedure resulting in a good-looking smile.
Dr. Aldredge attended surgical training at S.M.A.R.T. Biomedical to become certified in the S.M.A.R.T. procedure. He is one of a limited number of periodontists in New Jersey permitted to use this technology. The S.M.A.R.T. technique has been proven successful with an extensively documented clinical track record.
Benefits of S.M.A.R.T. technology
- No cutting
- Less pain
- Less swelling
- Faster procedure
- Faster healing
S.M.A.R.T. bone grafting is suited to patients who have bone loss or defects in areas that can be seen when they smile. Dr. Aldredge will assesses your bone loss to see if S.M.A.R.T. is the best treatment for you. Call our office to learn more.
