Advanced Support for Dental Implants
To promote new bone formation, bone grafting is a surgical procedure that replaces missing bone in the jaw with graft material. Synthetic bone mixed with proteins that promote bone growth often makes up the graft. The jaw gains strength and density as your body gradually incorporates the graft. After a bone grafting procedure, your stronger jawbone can now support dental implants and other restorations.
Other Reasons for Bone Grafting
Aside from severe tooth loss, there are several other reasons why your jawbone may lose mass or density, including:
- Gum Disease: When gum disease progresses, the bacterial infection may erode the bone supporting the teeth, resulting in tooth loss and loose teeth. A bone grafting procedure helps repair this damage and stabilize any surviving teeth.
- Trauma or Injury: Substantial bone loss can also result from jaw fractures after an accident, injury, or other facial trauma. Bone grafting aids in the reconstruction of injured tissue and the restoration of normal appearance and function.
- Developmental Defects: Some people have abnormalities or defects in the formation of their jawbones from birth. These spots can be corrected with bone grafting, providing a secure, balanced foundation for a healthy smile.
Whether you suffered from facial injury, severe gum disease, or congenital disabilities, Danos Dental offers bone grafting in Murfreesboro, TN, to help strengthen your jaw. Your facial muscles and skin depend on the jawbone for vital support. Grafting can help prevent premature aging and a sunken facial appearance by restoring natural bone volume.
Bone Grafting Procedure at Danos Dental
Dr. Danos performs bone grafting with local anaesthesia for your comfort. If you feel anxious, he can also provide you with effective oral or inhaled sedatives to help you relax. Below are the common steps in a bone grafting procedure.
- Dr. Danos numbs the treatment area with anaesthesia, then cuts through the gums to reach the jawbone.
- He prepares the jawbone for the graft by removing any diseased or damaged tissue.
- The graft material is carefully placed and secured to the jawbone.
- To secure the graft during its healing and integration with the natural bone, Dr. Danos closes the cut in your gums with stitches.
- Dr. Danos will prescribe pain medications to ease your discomfort during recovery. He will also provide useful tips for faster healing.
Restore Your Youthful Smile with Bone Grafting
You can trust Danos Dental to restore your oral health, support any dental restorations, and maintain your strong, functional, and healthy smile. We combine proficient surgical skills with professional care to provide safe, successful bone grafting in Murfreesboro, TN.
