What Is A Dental Bone Graft?
If your jawbone has been weakened due to missing teeth or injury, bone grafting can help restore its strength and functionality. This procedure, also known as osseous surgery, is essential for ensuring your jaw can properly support both natural teeth and dental implants. Bone grafting works by rebuilding the bone, making it strong enough to securely hold implants and other dental restorations. At Oral Surgery Associates Gadsden, we specialize in bone grafting to prepare your jaw for future implant surgery, improving both the health and stability of your jaw. If you live near Gadsden or Albertville, AL, schedule a consultation with Dr. Cecil Dorsett or Dr. Frank E. Orr to discuss how dental bone grafting can help restore your smile.
How Does A Dental Bone Graft Work?
Dr. Dorsett or Dr. Orr will begin your bone graft by numbing the area with local anesthesia to ensure you are comfortable. If needed, we can also provide nitrous oxide sedation to help you relax throughout the procedure. Your surgeon will make a small incision in your gum tissue to access the bone and place the bone graft, which may be sourced from your own body (autograft), another person (allograft), an animal (xenograft), or synthetic material (alloplast), depending on your specific needs. The graft will be carefully secured with collagen and proteins to promote healing and integration. Once the graft is in place, the incision will be closed with sutures, and the area will be cleaned. Most patients experience only mild discomfort during the recovery period, and with proper care, many can return to their regular activities after a few days. Once the graft has healed and the bone has integrated, we will invite you back to our offices in Gadsden and Albertville, AL to finish your smile with custom dental implants.
What Are the Benefits of Bone Grafting?
Bone grafting at Oral Surgery Associates Gadsden can significantly improve the health and functionality of your jaw, especially for those dealing with jawbone loss. This procedure not only prepares your jaw for dental implants, but it also offers several additional benefits, including:
- Helps prevent further jawbone loss and decay
- Supports the preservation of facial shape, avoiding a sunken appearance
- Enhances overall oral health and function
- Reduces additional damage to the teeth and jaw
- Promotes a more natural, attractive appearance
- Ensures a solid foundation for tooth restorations
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Learn More About Dental Implants and Bone Grafts
Achieve a stronger jaw capable of supporting your natural teeth and dental implants with bone graft surgery at Oral Surgery Associates Gadsden. Our experienced oral surgeons will discuss the best bone graft material for your needs and create a treatment plan that's tailored to you. Schedule a consultation at our Gadsden or Albertville, AL office to learn more about dental bone grafting.