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Don’t let bone loss ruin your smile. Schedule a consultation with BK Dental today to learn about our bone graft solutions and restore your confidence.
Bone graft is the process of augmenting or replacing bone tissue in the jaw to provide a dependable foundation for dental implants or other dental procedures. When a tooth is lost or extracted, the near bone may begin to deteriorate over time due to lack of stimulation. In such cases, a bone graft procedure can be performed to restore the lost bone volume and density.
During a bone graft procedure, bone graft material, which can be sourced from the patient’s own body, a donor, or synthetic materials, is placed at the site of bone deficiency in the jaw. Over time, the body will integrate this graft material, promoting the growth of new bone tissue. Once the bone graft has healed and matured, it provides a strong and stable foundation for dental implants or other restorative treatments.
The price of a dental bone augmentation changes based on how complex the procedure is and where the donor bone comes from. If your bone augmentation includes dental implant surgery, you’ll likely pay more.
Bone graft surgeries using synthetic materials or cow bones typically cost between $400 and $1,200.
Autogenous grafts, which involve two surgeries to harvest and graft bone onto your jaw, will set you back $2,000 or more.
Most insurance providers don’t cover dental bone graft expenses. However, if the surgery is medically necessary, your insurer might cover some of the costs.
BK Dental may suggest dental implants if you’re missing one or more teeth. These replacement teeth become part of your jawbone. If your jawbone isn’t strong enough due to bone loss, you’ll require a bone graft for the implant.
Your BK Dental surgeon will use CT scans and other tools to check your jawbone and potential donor sites. They’ll run tests to see if you’re a good fit for a dental bone augmentation.
Your surgeon will give you local anesthesia and, if necessary, sedation for the bone grafting surgery. You’ll be monitored with professional devices throughout.
Bone grafts and tooth extractions happen together. After anesthesia, your surgeon will remove the damaged tooth for replacement with an implant, or graft the area immediately if it’s empty.
For autogenous bone grafting, your surgeon will take bone from your jaw. For other types, no extra surgery is needed. They’ll create an incision to separate the gum from the bone and place the grafting material. The surgeon secures it with a dissolvable membrane and stitches up the incision.
Healing after a dental bone graft can take a few months. The new bone needs time to harden, which usually takes about four to six months.
During this time, your dentist will schedule regular check-ups to monitor your progress. They might use CT scans to see how well the bone is healing after the surgery. To help you recover faster, it’s important to follow your dentist’s instructions closely.
For the first few days after the procedure, avoid hot drinks, smoking, chewing too hard, and eating hard foods. This gives your gums time to heal properly around the transplanted bone. After a few months, your jawbone will be strong enough to support the implant.
If needed, braces can be used to align the implant with your natural teeth.
Ready to restore your smile with dental implants but worried about bone loss? Schedule your consultation today at BK Dental and take the first step towards a stronger, healthier smile.
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