Bone Grafting
 All Star Dental Care offers bone grafting procedures. Bone grafting is often necessary prior to dental implant surgery to provide a solid foundation for the dental implant and ensure its long-term success. Here are the key points about bone grafting for dental implants.Purpose of Bone GraftingReplaces lost bone in the jaw due to tooth loss, gum disease, injury or other reasons. Builds up the jawbone volume and density to support and integrate with the dental implant. Promotes osseointegration, the fusion of the implant with the surrounding bone Bone Graft ProcedureAn incision is made in the jawbone area requiring the graft. The bone graft material is placed and secured onto the existing jawbone. The surgical site is closed and allowed to heal for several months for the graft to fuse with the jawbone After Bone GraftingTypical discomfort like swelling, bruising and minor bleeding is expected. Soft food diet restrictions during healing process. Soft food diet restrictions during the healing period. The graft material acts as a scaffold for the patient's own new bone to grow in and fuse with the graft over 3-9 months. Once fully healed, the dental implant surgery can proceed. Proper bone grafting by an experienced periodontist provides the necessary foundation for successful, long-lasting dental implants. |
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