Bone Grafts
What is a bone graft?
A bone graft is a surgical procedure to replace missing bone tissue and increase bone density.
Why is a bone graft necessary?
Periodontal disease can cause jawbone tissue to deteriorate, and replacing the tissue will improve tooth stability and overall oral health.
In the situation of missing teeth, the portion of the jawbone that holds teeth roots deteriorates because the body has no use for it. This is similar to atrophy of muscles. If you do not use muscles, they deteriorate. Insufficient jawbone density prevents dental implant placement, so, oftentimes, our oral surgeons will place a bone graft to renew the bone.
A sinus lift is indicated when the upper jawbone needs to be increased and sinus floor lifted to accommodate a bone graft.
How are bone grafts placed?
The surgeon will literally place particles of bone (donor or synthetic bone) onto the area of your jaw where bone augmentation is needed.
Where does donor bone come from?
Donor bone can come from your body (hip or adjacent jaw structures) or from a certified tissue bank. Autogenous bone grafts, those from the patient’s body, have been traditionally used, however, the use of commercially available grafting products have been shown to be highly successful, and is the most commonly used at this time.
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