Bone Grafting
Minor Bone Grafting
The most frequent bone grafting procedure aims to improve the upper or lower jawbone. This increases the bone's quantity and density, preparing it for the placement of dental implants.
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When a tooth is lost, the surrounding bone often deteriorates over time. Patients with insufficient jawbone mass typically aren't suitable candidates for dental implants. Bone grafting is frequently performed to counteract bone loss or enhance existing bone. This allows for dental implant placement once the graft has healed and established the necessary foundation for the implants.
Bone grafting to rebuild jawbone for dental implant support can usually be performed right here in our clinic. Your surgeon might suggest using grafting material from your own bone or from an external source. Synthetic materials can also be utilized to stimulate bone growth. Bone grafting provides proper support for dental implants or prostheses. The healing period before implant placement is generally 4-6 months, though it can occasionally extend beyond that.
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Rebuilding Jaw Structure and Density Through Reconstructive Surgery
Bone grafting surgery may be necessary to correct deficiencies in a patient's jaw. This reconstructive procedure helps to create and restore bone, improving its volume and density.
Bone grafting surgery procedures are carried out to resolve issues that can stem from:
- Congenital anomalies
- Injuries
- Tumor removal
- Tooth extraction leading to bone loss in the adjacent jaw region
Major Bone Grafting
For more comprehensive bone grafting procedures, such as correcting birth defects, a hospital environment is required. In these cases, grafting material might be sourced from other areas of the body, like the skull or hip.