Dental implants rely on healthy bone for long-term support. In some cases, there may not be enough bone available to place an implant safely. Bone grafting is a procedure that may be recommended to help rebuild areas of the jaw before implant treatment.
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After a tooth has been missing for some time, the surrounding jawbone can gradually reduce in volume. Bone loss may also occur as a result of gum disease, infection or previous trauma.
If there is insufficient bone to support an implant, bone grafting may be considered as part of your treatment plan.
Not every implant patient requires a bone graft. During your consultation, we’ll assess your oral health and explain whether additional treatment is recommended.
Careful planning is an important part of every implant case.
Your assessment may include:
This information helps determine whether bone grafting is required and how it fits into your overall treatment plan.
We’ll examine your oral health, assess the amount of available jawbone and discuss whether bone grafting is recommended as part of your dental implant treatment plan.
The grafting material is carefully placed in the area where additional bone support is needed. The exact technique used will depend on your individual clinical requirements.
Over the following months, the grafted area gradually heals and integrates with your natural bone. We’ll monitor your progress through review appointments to ensure the site is healing as expected.
Once the area has healed sufficiently, we’ll reassess the site and, if appropriate, move forward with the next stage of your dental implant treatment.
After a tooth has been missing for some time, the surrounding jawbone can gradually reduce in volume. Bone loss may also occur as a result of gum disease, infection or previous trauma.
If there is insufficient bone to support an implant, bone grafting may be considered as part of your treatment plan.
Not every implant patient requires a bone graft. During your consultation, we’ll assess your oral health and explain whether additional treatment is recommended.
Bone grafting is carried out to increase the amount of bone in a specific area of the jaw.
The exact technique depends on your individual clinical needs and the location of the missing tooth. Following the procedure, the grafted area is given time to heal before implant treatment is considered.
We’ll explain each stage of the process, expected healing times and any aftercare guidance relevant to your treatment.
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No. Many patients have sufficient bone to support an implant without additional treatment. Bone grafting is only recommended when clinically appropriate.
This is determined during your assessment, which may include a clinical examination and diagnostic imaging to evaluate the amount of available bone.
Healing varies depending on the individual and the type of graft performed. Your dentist will explain the expected healing period as part of your treatment plan.
In some situations it may be possible, while in others the graft is allowed to heal before the implant is placed. The approach depends on your individual clinical needs.
