Bone Grafts in Bingham Farms
When tooth loss occurs, bone loss often follows. A bone graft helps rebuild the foundation your jaw needs to support implants or other restorations, protecting both your oral health and the long-term stability of your smile.
Why Bone
Grafting Matters
Bone grafting is a procedure used to restore volume and density to areas of the jaw where bone has been lost, most commonly due to tooth extraction, periodontal disease, or trauma. Without intervention, the jawbone in those areas begins to shrink over time, which can compromise neighboring teeth, alter facial structure, and make future implant placement difficult or impossible.
The procedure involves transplanting bone tissue into the affected area to stimulate new growth and create a stable foundation. Bone material may come from the patient directly or from a sterilized donor source. It is typically performed under local anesthesia with minimal discomfort, and some mild swelling in the days following is normal and expected.
Protecting Your Jaw After Extraction
One of the most common uses of bone grafting at Groth Dental is socket preservation following a tooth extraction. When a tooth is removed, a bone graft is placed into the empty socket immediately to prevent the bone loss that would otherwise begin within the first few weeks. This is a straightforward step that protects your options for the future.
Preparing for Dental Implants
For patients who have already experienced bone loss and are considering implants, a bone graft may be necessary to create sufficient structure to support the implant long term. Dr. Groth will evaluate your jawbone as part of your implant consultation and let you know whether grafting is recommended before proceeding.
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