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Bone Grafting
Dr. Stephanie Paswaters will examine you to determine if a bone graft will be the best option for you. These are often necessary if the jawbone does not provide enough stability to support the dental implant. If this is the case, a bone graft can be a great route to help you achieve the results you want.
A bone graft is an oral surgery procedure that may be required if your jawbone is not dense or thick enough. During a bone graft, we will transplant a piece of bone from another area of your jaw or body to your jawbone. While we typically see best results with bone taken from your own body, we can also utilize artificial bone material or bone fragments from a tissue bank if needed. Your jawbone then grows together with the grafted bone tissue, creating a stronger, more stable foundation.
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what to expect
You may need a bone graft if your bone density is insufficient to support a dental implant or other types of treatment. After a tooth is lost or extracted, the jawbone begins to resorb, or deteriorate, at the site of the tooth extraction. The resorption must be corrected before the dental implant is placed. While bone grafts are most commonly needed for implant dentistry, they may also be required for certain types of periodontal therapy when bone has been lost due to gum disease.
If you have any questions about bone grafting in Lakewood, Colorado, please give Emerald Dental a call at 303-716-7321 and schedule an appointment with our dentist.