Pre-Prosthetic Surgery

Preparing for Comfortable, Functional Dentures

A great denture starts with a strong foundation. At Trinity River Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center in Willow Park, TX, we offer pre-prosthetic surgery to help ensure your dentures or other prosthetic devices fit securely, comfortably, and naturally. If you’re planning to receive dentures and have concerns about jaw shape or fit, Dr. Todd Kovach, our board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, provides expert surgical care to prepare your mouth for success.

What Is Pre-Prosthetic Surgery?

Pre-prosthetic surgery refers to minor surgical procedures performed to prepare your mouth for dentures or other oral prosthetics. These procedures help create a smooth, even surface in your mouth—making it easier to fit your dentures comfortably and securely.

Why Might You Need Pre-Prosthetic Surgery?

The shape and condition of your jawbone and gums can change over time due to:

If the shape of your jaw interferes with denture stability or causes discomfort, pre-prosthetic surgery can help by:

Common Pre-Prosthetic Procedures We Offer

Dr. Kovach will evaluate your unique needs and recommend one or more of the following procedures:

Alveolar Ridge Reduction: Contouring the jawbone for a smoother, more even surface.
Bone Smoothing & Reshaping: Removing sharp or uneven areas that could cause denture irritation.
Tori or Bony Growth Removal: Eliminating benign bone growths that may obstruct denture placement.
Excess Gum Tissue Removal: Trimming soft tissue that may prevent proper denture seating.
Bone or Tissue Grafting: Rebuilding areas of bone or gum for better support and structure.

Most procedures are minimally invasive and can be comfortably performed right here in our Willow Park office

Get to know us.

At Trinity River Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center, we know how to help you. Our board-certified surgeons and expert staff can provide the care you need to relieve the discomfort you feel.

Todd A. Kovach

DDS, MD

What are others saying about us?

"5 stars aren’t enough to express how exceptionally well Dr. Kovach and staff at Trinity River Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center provided care for my son in his wisdom teeth extractions. From arriving at the first appointment at their convenient location, to the welcoming and informative front desk professionals, to the gentle assistants who were full of guidance, and to the professional, educational, and caring Dr. Kovach, it was obvious this oral surgery and implant center has an incredible standard of care for its patients. With so many inadequacies of other businesses and practices in today’s society, it was a breath of fresh air to experience their combination of compassion, professionalism, and trustworthiness. Thank you Dr. Kovach and Staff, you have several new supporters for life! May many others enjoy the care and treatment you have provided our family!"

"I couldn't be more impressed with Dr. Kovach! My daughter had her wisdom teeth extracted out of town and was home recovering. I feared she had a dry socket because she was in a great deal of pain! Their very kind office was able to get us in same day as a new patient. Dr. Kovach spent a good amount of time with her, nothing rushed. I would not 2nd guess going to this doctor. When it's time for my son to get his removed...I will take him there! Dr. Kovach is a first class doctor!"

Preparing for Comfortable, Functional Dentures