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Bone Grafting in Birmingham, AL

If you are preparing for a dental implant, your oral surgeon may have discussed the need for bone grafting. Dentoalveolar bone grafting is a procedure that adds bone volume back to areas in your jaw where loss has occurred in preparation for dental implant placement. Having sufficient quantity and quality of bone is critical to long term success of dental implants and aesthetics. There are several different types of bone grafting procedures including sinus lifts, socket preservation, ramus bone grafting, etc. Depending on where you need a dental implant and the severity of bone loss, at WISE our Oral Surgeons have extensive specialty training to address all your needs. Schedule a consultation for dental implant and bone grafting procedures with WISE to help you restore functionality and aesthetics of your smile.

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Loss of jaw bone in the tooth bearing area of the jaw can lead to multiple problems that can affect your appearance and overall health. Jaw bone is similar to muscles in that you build and maintain muscles by using them. Your jaw bone maintains its volume and strength by having teeth or implants and using your jaw through eating and chewing. All of the following can be consequences of loss of jaw bone: You may experience pain or loosening of remaining teeth, pain with dentures, altered facial appearance, loss of upper or lower lip support, wrinkles around the mouth, inadequate nutrition due to difficulty with eating. Contact WISE today and schedule a consultation to discuss any of these concerns you might have and how we can help address these issues.

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When do I need oral bone grafting to the jawbone?

A doctor may recommend bone grafting when you have experienced bone loss in your jaw—this can be due to gum disease, tooth extractions, jaw surgery, and general trauma or injury.

Bone grafting may be necessary if you are having a tooth extraction, receiving a dental implant or lack the jaw structure required to retain dentures. Discuss the necessity of bone grafting with your oral surgeon.

Where does the bone for a bone graft come from?

Your bone graft material may be one of the following:

Autogenous (from your own body)
Allograft (from a human tissue bank)
Xenograft (from an animal tissue bank)
Alloplast (a synthetic material)

Your oral surgeon can recommend the best options for your circumstances.

How does bone grafting work?

When the bone graft material is placed in your jaw, it acts as a scaffolding for your body’s natural healing abilities. With the support of the new bone graft material, your own tissue can begin to grow and regenerate. In some cases, a specialized membrane or mesh might be used under the gum to protect the graft and support growth. Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF), which is collected from your own blood sample may be used in addition to the bone graft to support soft tissue thickness and healing.

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