Bone Grafting

In most cases, it only requires local numbing to ensure you are comfortable from start to finish. Our oral surgeon carefully makes a small incision to graft the necessary site that needs bone and covers it with a membrane. Incisions are closed with stitches. After the procedure, your body naturally responds to the bone graft to build the bone area back.

Do I Need a Bone Graft?

Bone grafts are common for patients who want to get treatments such as dental implants, but this procedure is ideal for a range of patients. Below we outline four main signs a bone graft may be right for you. The only way to know for certain if you need a bone graft is to receive a full examination by an oral surgeon or dental specialist. Call us today to set up your appointment and learn if a bone graft could help you take those first steps to restoring your dental health.

Misaligned Teeth

Misaligned teeth are much more than a cosmetic concern. In fact, they can significantly impact your dental health on a whole, and even your bodily health. Patients who have spent years with misaligned teeth may actually lose important jawbone mass along the way. And in some situations, you may need a bone graft before being able to start orthodontic treatment such as braces or Invisalign.

Periodontal Disease

Gum disease can affect much more than just the surface of your gums. If it progresses to a certain point, it can even result in loss of bone. In these cases, our oral surgeon can do their part in boosting your oral health by providing you with a bone graft to restore any damage from periodontal disease.

Missing a Tooth

If you lost a tooth, you may be fine for a while. But the longer you wait to replace it, the more your jawbone can change shape and even lose significant amounts of mass. Our oral surgeon can help reverse this process through a bone graft in the affected areas. This is especially ideal if you want to broaden your options for replacing those missing teeth in the future.

Risks Associated With Jawbone Loss

We highly recommend not to put off getting treatment if you have experienced loss of bone mass. Not only can it lead to needing more involved treatment in the future, but it can negatively impact your overall health. Below are some of the risks that patients may experience if they do not treat bone mass loss.

• Unable to receive tooth replacements like dental implants
• Increased tooth misalignment
• Looseness or loss of teeth
• Changes to your facial profile
• Changes to lip support
• Wrinkle or creasing around the mouth
• TMJ and other facial pain or discomfort
• Headaches
• Difficulty with speaking
• Trouble with eating (ranging from pain to difficulty chewing)
• Expansion of the sinus cavity (sinus lift)

By getting timely, professional bone grafting, you can avoid these concerns and keep your smile bright for years to come. All with a simple and comfortable procedure that is not nearly as intimidating as it might sound.

Schedule Your Appointment Today

Contact Smile specialists CA today to set up your appointment and learn if a bone graft is right for you. We can conduct a full exam and evaluate your situation to find the ideal solution for helping you move forward with the dental care you need. Call us today to learn more about bone grafting in Tarzana and take the first step toward improving your dental health for years to come.