What Is
Facial Collapse
Facial collapse occurs when the jawbone loses density after tooth loss. Without the stimulation that natural tooth roots provide, the bone begins to shrink, causing the lower face to sag and creating a prematurely aged look. This loss of support affects your facial muscles, lips, and overall appearance.
Fortunately, modern dentistry offers effective ways to prevent and reverse facial collapse. With dental implants and bone grafting, Dr. Goldwater can rebuild bone structure, restore your bite, and bring back the youthful contours of your face — all while improving your oral function and comfort.
Benefits of
Facial Collapse
Dr. Brandon Goldwater helps restore facial balance and function by rebuilding bone support—improving comfort, appearance, and long-term oral health.
- Prevents further bone loss in the jaw.
- Restores natural facial shape and youthful contours.
- Improves the comfort and fit of dentures or restorations.
- Enhances chewing ability, speech, and oral function.
- Boosts confidence with a rejuvenated, balanced appearance.
- Provides a strong foundation for long-term implant stability.
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING?
Facial Collapse?
Your treatment begins with a detailed evaluation by Dr. Goldwater using 3D imaging technology. This allows him to measure bone density, assess your oral health, and design a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Bone Grafting and Regeneration
If bone loss has already occurred, bone grafting may be recommended to rebuild the structure of your jaw. The graft material stimulates new bone growth, restoring strength and volume in preparation for dental implants.
Implant Placement
Dental implants act as artificial tooth roots, providing essential stimulation to prevent further bone shrinkage. Depending on your case, as few as two implants can help stabilize a denture and restore natural facial height.
Restoration and Recovery
After your implants have integrated with the bone, custom-made restorations such as crowns or implant-supported dentures are attached. The result is a stable, youthful, and natural-looking smile with improved comfort and confidence.
At Dr. Brandon Goldwater’s Jenkintown dental office, we believe that restoring your smile also means restoring your confidence. Our team takes a proactive, compassionate approach to preventing and treating facial collapse through precise implant placement and bone regeneration.
OUR APPROACH TO
Facial Collapse
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes facial collapse?
Facial collapse occurs when the jawbone resorbs due to missing teeth and lack of root stimulation, leading to bone loss over time.
Can facial collapse be prevented?
Yes. Placing dental implants soon after tooth loss preserves the bone and helps prevent the collapse of facial structure.
What if I already have significant bone loss?
Bone grafting can rebuild lost bone, creating a strong foundation for dental implants and restoring facial balance.
How long does treatment take?
Depending on healing time, full treatment may take several months, but the long-term results provide lasting comfort, strength, and confidence.
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Melanie G.
Dr. Goldwater and his team are excellent. they made my tooth bonding a smooth experience and I greatly appreciate that I have been able to come back with ease to have anything corrected. Thank you very much for the treatment and care!!
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Everyone we dealt with today at the office was so pleasant and welcoming. Each person was highly professional and knowledgeable. I was very happy with each step of the experience and I would absolutely recommend this office to anyone I come across looking for a dentist.