Your healing time varies, but it typically takes up to a month or two to fuse with your natural bone.
Dental Bone Grafting
Restore missing or damaged bone and prepare your smile for future tooth replacement. Strengthen areas affected by tooth loss, gum disease, injury, or infection with dental bone grafting tailored to your needs.
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Cost
Your cost depends on your individual bone grafting needs. We will discuss pricing before we begin treatment.
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Procedure Duration
Your procedure time depends on the extent and location of bone loss. We will discuss the timeline during your consultation.
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Recovery Time
Dental bone grafting generally causes little to no pain during the healing phase, and we offer sedation.
Sedation Dentistry
Dental Bone Grafting to Rebuild Your Jaw
If you don’t have enough natural bone in your jaw to support dental implants, dental bone grafting may be necessary. Several types of bone grafts are available, and the most suitable option for you will depend on the specific location and severity of the bone loss.
At Maldonado Dentistry in Treasure Island, FL, dental bone grafting is a routine and safe procedure that provides a robust solution, particularly for those affected by periodontal disease, dental injuries, or infections that have compromised bone integrity. Our skilled dental team will guide you through every step of the process and ensure that your tooth bone graft delivers the best possible outcome for your oral health.
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Process
- Evaluate your bone health. Your dentist determines the extent and location of your missing or damaged bone to identify the appropriate graft.
- Choose your graft material. Your graft may use bone from another area of your body or material created synthetically.
- Rebuild the area. Your dentist places graft material where bone has been damaged or lost, or where additional support is needed.
- Complete healing. Your new bone must fuse with your natural bone before you can move forward with dental implant placement.
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Next Steps
- Follow your recovery instructions. Take prescribed antibiotics to help prevent infection and use pain medication if your dentist determines you need it.
- Protect the surgical area. Keep the recovering area clean with gentle brushing and avoid irritating it while it heals.
- Manage normal discomfort. You may experience swelling, soreness, or minor bleeding after grafting, as you can with other oral surgeries.
- Allow your bone to heal. Wait for the grafted bone to fuse with your natural bone before proceeding with a planned dental implant.
FAQ
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How long does a bone graft take to heal?
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When can I get dental implants after a bone graft?
You can proceed with your dental implant after the grafted bone has fused with your natural bone, which typically takes up to a month or two.
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What can I eat after a dental bone graft?
Proper nutrition is key to supporting your recovery after a dental bone graft. In the first few days after your procedure, it is important to eat soft foods that require minimal chewing, such as yogurt, mashed potatoes, and smoothies. As your healing progresses, you can gradually introduce more solid foods into your diet. The Maldonado Dentistry team will give you specific dietary recommendations and tips to care for your mouth after a tooth bone graft.
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Tooth Extractions
Your dentist may recommend tooth extraction when a tooth is too damaged or decayed to repair or when removing it can address other oral health concerns. We perform tooth extractions with precision, ensuring the procedure is completed efficiently and with minimal discomfort.
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