The dental implant process is unique for each patient. Some individuals require surgical procedures in addition to implant placement; they might need a bone graft. Have you ever wondered why bone grafting is sometimes necessary before a person can receive dental implants? This blog post explains what you should know.
Why Is Bone Grafting Necessary?
Dental implants act as prosthetic tooth roots. Their stability and strength depend partially on the health of the bone that surrounds them. If a patient’s jawbone is too thin or weak, it may need to be augmented with a graft before it can provide a stable base for their new tooth roots and the teeth that will go on top of them.
The most common reason for a thin or weak jawbone is a natural process known as resorption. After the natural teeth are extracted, the tooth roots are no longer present to stimulate blood flow to the bone. As a result, the bone naturally starts to shrink. Other reasons for a bone graft include genetics, injuries, and certain bone conditions.
Will You Need a Bone Graft?
If you are thinking about getting dental implants, you might wonder whether a bone graft will be a necessary part of your treatment process. Here at Bio Dental, we have an advanced CBCT machine that can take three-dimensional images of your mouth and jawbone, which can let us know whether a grafting procedure will be necessary.
After we gather all the necessary information, we can talk to you about the details of your recommended treatment plan. We strive to be as conservative as possible while still ensuring the best chances of long-term success for your restored smile.
What to Expect with Bone Grafting
There are multiple types of dental bone grafting procedures. Some can be performed at the same time as dental implant placement. In other cases, a waiting period of a few months is necessary between the two procedures.
Our practice strives to make the grafting process as easy as possible by using advanced KometaBio technology. Basically, this instrument allows us to use your own tissue as grafting material to virtually eliminate the risk of rejection or allergic reactions. This method often allows patients to heal faster as well.
Bone grafting could play an important role in the success of your dental implants! If you have questions about this procedure or what to expect from it, talk to our experienced holistic dentistry team.
Meet the Practice
Drs. Candida Castillo and Keisi Ikonomi are proud to provide holistic and biologic dental services to the North Providence community. Our office features a range of advanced technologies, including a CBCT machine, the KometaBio, and more. If you are interested in getting dental implants, you can be confident that we will go above and beyond to create a positive treatment experience for you. To learn more about how we may be able to serve you, contact Bio Dental at 401-232-7777.