You need ample bone volume to support jaw function and proceed with restorative treatments like dental implants. At All Smiles Dental Care in Hazlet, New Jersey, Charanjit Sandhu, DDS, and her dental team offer extensive knowledge in bone grafting and provide comprehensive care to support your healing. Call the office today or book an appointment online to learn more about bone grafting.
You may be a candidate for bone grafting if you:
1. Suffer from a fracture
2. Have a bone-related disease
3. Had a previously failed bone graft
4. Suffer from periodontal disease
5. Require dental implants
Bone grafts often occur in response to another condition. Many smaller injuries or conditions can heal on their own, but larger fractures may require extra help.
Before placing bone into the treatment area, your provider takes bone from a separate area of your body, requiring an additional surgery.
Bone grafting is a commonly performed procedure that many people require. Common surgical procedures for bone grafts include sinus lifts, socket preservation, and ridge augmentation.
Bone grafting is an invasive surgical procedure, making you susceptible to issues, such as:
1. Infection
2. Bleeding
3. Nerve damage
4. Complications due to anesthesia
Your body may also reject newly placed bone. This risk increases with age and specific lifestyle factors like smoking. After surgery, if you experience pain or pus at the surgical site, call All Smiles Dental Care immediately.
Prior to a bone graft, your provider at All Smiles Dental Care will thoroughly evaluate your medical history to determine your risk of certain complications and reduce oral health issues by taking preventive measures.