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Nerve Repositioning in Schererville, IN

Advanced Technique for Lower Jaw Implants

Nerve repositioning is a specialized procedure that carefully moves the nerve in your lower jaw to create space for dental implant placement when adequate bone height is not available above the nerve.
  • Makes implant placement possible when nerve location prevents conventional treatment
  • Careful technique maintains nerve function while creating implant space
  • Requires specialized training and experience for safe, successful outcomes
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What Is Nerve Repositioning?

Nerve repositioning involves carefully moving the inferior alveolar nerve that runs through your lower jaw to create adequate space for dental implant placement. This advanced procedure is used when there isn’t enough bone height above the nerve for conventional implants. The inferior alveolar nerve provides sensation to your lower lip and chin. When bone loss reduces the height above this nerve, standard implants cannot be placed safely. At Northwest Oral Surgeons in Schererville, our specialized training enables us to perform this complex procedure when other options aren’t suitable.
  • Carefully moves nerve to create implant space
  • Used when bone height above nerve is insufficient
  • Requires specialized surgical expertise and experience
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Benefits of Nerve Repositioning

Nerve repositioning makes dental implants possible in complex cases where other techniques cannot provide adequate solutions. You’ll gain access to permanent tooth replacement when conventional approaches aren’t feasible.
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  • Enables Impossible Cases:| When severe bone loss makes conventional implants impossible and other grafting techniques aren't suitable, nerve repositioning can create the space needed for successful implant placement in the lower jaw.

  • Provides Permanent: Solutions Instead of accepting removable dentures or no treatment, nerve repositioning enables fixed implant-supported teeth that provide superior function and confidence for complex lower jaw situations.

  • Avoids Extensive: Grafting In some cases, nerve repositioning eliminates the need for major bone grafting procedures that would otherwise be required to create adequate implant space in the lower jaw.

  • Maintains Function: When performed by experienced surgeons, nerve repositioning typically preserves normal lip and chin sensation while creating space for stable implant placement and proper function.

  • Enables Full Restoration: Complex lower jaw cases often require comprehensive restoration. Nerve repositioning makes it possible to place adequate implants for full lower arch reconstruction when other methods fail.

  • Provides Predictable Results: Despite its complexity, nerve repositioning has predictable success rates when performed by properly trained oral surgeons with extensive experience in this specialized technique.

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Complex Case Specialists Only

Who Is Nerve Repositioning For?

Nerve repositioning is reserved for very specific complex cases and requires careful evaluation by specialized oral surgeons. You might be a candidate if you have severe lower jaw bone loss that prevents other implant options.

People with Severe Lower Bone Loss

If you have significant bone loss in your lower jaw that leaves insufficient height above the nerve for conventional implants or grafting procedures.

Those Requiring Complex Reconstruction

You need full lower jaw reconstruction but have anatomical limitations that make conventional implant techniques impossible or unpredictable.

Cases Where Other Methods Failed

Previous implant attempts or grafting procedures have been unsuccessful due to nerve proximity, and repositioning offers the only viable option for implant placement.
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Do Any of These Situations Sound Familiar to You?

  • Told Implants Are Impossible: Multiple consultations have concluded that your severe bone loss makes conventional implant treatment impossible in your lower jaw.

  • Nerve Too Close for Implants: X-rays show that the nerve in your lower jaw is too close to the bone surface to place implants safely using standard techniques.

  • Failed Previous Grafting: Bone grafting procedures have been unsuccessful or inappropriate for your specific anatomy, leaving nerve repositioning as the remaining option.

  • Complex Medical History: Previous trauma, infection, or medical treatment has created unusual anatomy that requires specialized surgical approaches for implant placement.

  • Need Full Lower Reconstruction: You require comprehensive lower jaw reconstruction but have anatomical limitations that prevent conventional full-arch implant techniques.

  • Seeking Expert Opinion: You've been referred specifically for evaluation of complex implant cases requiring specialized techniques not available from general practitioners.

  • Short Implants Inappropriate: Your case isn't suitable for short implants or other conservative approaches, requiring more advanced surgical intervention for success.

  • Want Fixed Not Removable: You strongly prefer fixed implant teeth over removable solutions but have been told your anatomy won't support conventional implant placement.

  • Revision of Failed Treatment: Previous dental work has failed, creating complex conditions that require specialized expertise to address successfully.

  • Unusual Anatomical Factors: You have anatomical variations or developmental conditions that make standard implant procedures inappropriate for your situation.

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Complex Multi Phase Process

Our Nerve Repositioning Process

Nerve repositioning requires extensive planning and specialized expertise to ensure safe execution and successful outcomes. Here’s how we approach this complex procedure for challenging lower jaw cases.
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Comprehensive Evaluation and Specialized Planning

We perform detailed 3D imaging and nerve mapping to precisely plan the repositioning procedure and implant placement, ensuring safe nerve handling and optimal implant positioning for your complex case.
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Expert Nerve Repositioning Surgery

Using specialized microsurgical techniques, we carefully expose and reposition the nerve while simultaneously placing implants in the newly created space, all performed under deep sedation for comfort.
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Healing and Specialized Follow-Up

Recovery requires careful monitoring of nerve function and implant integration, with specialized follow-up protocols to ensure both nerve recovery and successful implant healing before final restoration.

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Real Transformations, Lasting Outcomes

These before-and-after images showcase complex implant rehabilitations, wisdom tooth extractions, and full mouth reconstructions performed by our board-certified surgeons. Each transformation represents restored function, improved oral health, and renewed confidence through specialized surgical care.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Nerve Repositioning FAQs

We understand you have serious concerns about this complex procedure and its implications. These are the most important questions our patients ask when considering nerve repositioning surgery.

What are the risks of nerve repositioning surgery?

The primary risk is temporary or permanent numbness of the lower lip and chin on the operated side. While most patients recover normal sensation over time, some degree of permanent numbness is possible. We discuss all risks thoroughly during consultation.
Sensation typically begins returning within a few weeks to months after surgery, with continued improvement for up to a year. Most patients recover significant sensation, though some permanent changes are possible and discussed before surgery.
Nerve repositioning becomes necessary when severe bone loss leaves insufficient height above the nerve for safe implant placement. Without this procedure, you may have no options for fixed teeth in the affected area of your lower jaw.
Alternatives include short implants, removable partial dentures, or no treatment. However, if you’re being recommended for nerve repositioning, these alternatives likely won’t provide optimal function or may not be suitable for your specific situation.
Nerve repositioning requires specialized training and significant experience. Our oral surgeons have extensive experience with complex implant procedures and have completed advanced training in nerve repositioning techniques for challenging cases.
When performed by experienced specialists, nerve repositioning has good success rates for both implant integration and nerve recovery. However, success rates vary based on individual factors that we’ll discuss during your consultation.
The procedure is performed under deep sedation or general anesthesia for comfort. Post-operative pain is typically moderate and managed with prescribed medications. Most patients find the recovery manageable with proper pain control.
Initial healing takes several weeks, but complete recovery including nerve regeneration can take up to a year. We provide detailed recovery instructions and close monitoring throughout the healing process.
Bilateral nerve repositioning is generally not recommended due to the risk of numbness on both sides. We typically treat one side at a time with adequate healing between procedures if both sides require treatment.
While uncommon, if nerve repositioning doesn’t provide adequate implant stability or if complications occur, alternative treatments may be necessary. We discuss contingency plans during consultation and work to achieve the best possible outcome.

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Advanced 3D cone beam CT imaging provides precise surgical planning while eliminating guesswork during complex procedures. The iCat system delivers clear digital images with minimal radiation exposure, and computer-aided surgical guides reduce surgical time and trauma. This technology reflects Northwest Oral Surgeons’ commitment to safe, predictable outcomes.

  • 3D imaging technology enables precise implant placement with minimal invasive techniques
  • Computer-guided surgery reduces procedure time and accelerates your recovery process significantly
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Your oral surgery team combines decades of specialized training with a compassionate approach to patient care. You work with experienced professionals who prioritize your comfort and successful outcomes throughout every procedure.
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Dr. Paul Wolf

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Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery with over 25 years of experience. Dr. Wolf specializes in jaw reconstruction, dental implants, and minimally invasive TMJ therapies while maintaining his commitment to community service.
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Dr. Sherif Mekhail

DDS, MSBS
Dr. Mekhail’s board certification and 13+ years of expertise in full-scope oral and maxillofacial surgery. His gentle approach and precision in complex procedures, including orthognathic surgery and dental implants, ensure your comfort throughout treatment.
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Dr. William Moll

Dr. William Moll

DDS, MDS
Dr. Moll’s extensive training in office-based anesthesia provides you with comfortable, personalized treatment during complex procedures. He brings expertise in complex zygomatic implant reconstruction and full mouth rehabilitation.
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Advanced Techniques for Challenging Cases

When conventional implant treatment isn’t possible due to nerve proximity, our specialized nerve repositioning expertise may provide the solution you need for fixed teeth.
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  • Enables implants when others say impossible
  • Expert surgeons with advanced training

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