What Is Bone Grafting?
Bone grafting is a process that stimulates new bone growth in areas where the jawbone has weakened. It uses biocompatible materials that integrate with your natural bone over time, strengthening the foundation for future dental restorations. This treatment is often necessary when bone loss has made it difficult to place dental implants.
- Encourages natural bone regeneration: Helps rebuild lost bone for long-term stability.
- Prevents further deterioration: Stops bone loss after tooth removal or gum disease.
- Creates a foundation for implants: Ensures restorations are secure and lasting.
- Maintains facial structure: Helps prevent changes in appearance caused by bone loss.
Understanding The Bone Grafting Process
Every bone grafting treatment starts with a detailed evaluation, including digital imaging, to assess the level of bone loss. During the procedure, a bone grafting material is placed in the affected area to stimulate new growth. Healing typically takes several months as the graft integrates with your natural bone and strengthens your jaw.
- Comprehensive evaluation: Digital imaging determines the extent of bone loss.
- Graft placement: Biocompatible material is positioned to encourage bone regeneration.
- Healing period: New bone naturally integrates with the graft over a few months.
- Preparation for restorations: Creates a secure foundation for implants or dentures.
Bone Grafting For Jawbone Preservation
Losing bone does not just affect your ability to get dental work. It can also change your facial appearance. When the jawbone shrinks, it can cause a sunken or aged look, affecting the way your face is shaped. Bone grafting helps prevent this by keeping the jawbone strong and maintaining its structure.
- Prevents facial collapse: Helps preserve natural contours and avoid a sunken look.
- Supports oral function: Strengthens the jaw for comfortable chewing and speaking.
- Reduces long-term complications: Prevents additional deterioration of the jawbone.
- Protects future restorations: Ensures long-term success of dental implants or dentures.
How Bone Grafting Enhances Smile Restoration
For many patients, bone grafting is a necessary step before getting dental implants or other restorations. A strong jawbone provides stability, improves function, and ensures long-lasting results. It helps patients regain a complete and confident smile that looks and feels natural.
- Creates a solid foundation for implants: Provides the support needed for restorations.
- Improves treatment outcomes: Helps implants and dentures last longer with better stability.
- Restores natural function: Allows for proper chewing, speaking, and jaw alignment.
- Boosts confidence: Supports a full, healthy, and attractive smile.
Grafting Stability For A Confident Smile
Bone grafting plays an essential role in restoring your smile and keeping your jaw healthy. With the right treatment, you can regain the strength and function needed for long-term oral health. At Diana Craft DDS in San Clemente, CA, we specialize in advanced bone grafting techniques to help patients achieve lasting results. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and take the next step toward a stronger, healthier smile.