Bone Graft Surgery: Rebuilding Bone for Lasting Smiles
When a tooth is lost, the surrounding jawbone begins to deteriorate due to lack of stimulation. This bone loss can make implant placement difficult or even impossible without additional support. Bone grafting helps rebuild the lost bone, creating a stable foundation for successful dental implants.
At Smilo Dental Implants Nottingham, we specialise in advanced bone grafting techniques tailored to each patient’s individual needs. Whether you’ve lost bone due to tooth loss, gum disease,, or trauma, our grafting procedures ensure your jawbone is strong enough to support implants, improving both function and aesthetics.
Bone grafting is particularly beneficial for:
- Patients who have experienced significant bone resorption due to prolonged tooth loss.
- Those who were previously told they aren’t candidates for implants due to bone deficiency.
- Individuals seeking to improve facial structure or more effectively support dentures.
By rebuilding the jawbone using precise and minimally invasive techniques, we ensure you can enjoy a long-lasting, natural smile with dental implants.
Types of Bone Grafting Techniques
- Onlay Graft: Bone is placed over the existing jawbone to restore lost volume, especially in cases of severe bone resorption.
- Block Graft: A solid block of bone, either from the patient or a donor, is secured with tiny screws to rebuild large areas of missing bone.
- Particulate Grafting: Small bone particles are used to promote faster healing and tissue regeneration, ideal for filling smaller voids.
- Interpositional Graft: An advanced technique where the patient’s own bone is repositioned to create a stronger support structure for implants.
- Sinus Lift: For upper jawbone loss, this procedure adds bone beneath the sinus membrane to prepare the area for implants.
- Ridge Expansion: When the jawbone is too narrow, it is gently expanded to accommodate dental implants securely.
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Healing & Recovery After Bone Grafting Surgery
Depending on the type of graft, patients may need 3 to 6 months for the new bone to fully integrate. During this period, proper aftercare is essential for successful healing.
Mild swelling and discomfort for a few days, which can be managed with prescribed pain relief.
A soft food diet is recommended during the initial healing phase to avoid pressure on the grafted area.
Regular follow-up visits with your implant dentist to monitor progress and determine when implants can be placed.
Advanced healing techniques, such as plasma-rich growth factors (PRGF), can accelerate the recovery process.
Once healed, the grafted bone creates a strong, lasting foundation for implants, allowing them to function just like natural teeth.
If you’ve been told you don’t have enough bone for implants, don’t lose hope. Our expert team at Smilo Dental Implants Nottingham is here to help. Book a consultation today to explore your options for bone grafting and dental implant placement