Dental Bone Grafting in Surfside
Not enough bone for a dental implant? A bone graft rebuilds the jaw so your implant can be placed securely.
Rebuilding the jaw
When the bone needs a foundation first.
After a tooth is lost, the jawbone in that area slowly shrinks. If too much bone is gone, there may not be enough support for a dental implant. A dental bone graft rebuilds the bone so implants can be placed securely, and it can also restore the natural contour of your jaw.
Is it needed?
When is a bone graft needed?
- A tooth has been missing for a long time.
- Gum disease or infection has caused bone loss.
- A 3D scan shows the bone is too thin or too short for an implant.
- A tooth is being extracted and the site needs to be preserved for a future implant.
What to expect
A straightforward, comfortable procedure.
Bone grafting is usually done under local anesthesia, with sedation available. Graft material is placed where bone is needed, and over the following months your body integrates it with your own bone. Once the area is strong, your implant can be placed. In some cases, grafting and implant placement happen in the same visit.