Bone Grafting in Wellington, FL
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Contact UsWhat Is Bone Grafting?
Your jawbone's strength is key to your general oral health. If your jawbone is weakened from missing teeth or physical trauma, you may require a bone graft so your jaw can securely hold both dental implants and your natural teeth. Bone grafting helps to strengthen and rebuild your jawbone so it's healthy enough to support a dental implant.
What Are the Benefits of Bone Grafting?
- Rebuilding bone structure to allow for secure dental implant placement
- Helping maintain the natural contours of your face and jawline
- Making it easier to bite, chew, and speak without discomfort
- Stopping progressive bone loss that can affect surrounding teeth
- Enhancing the stability of your smile for future dental work
How Does Bone Grafting Work?
A bone graft builds up the jaw and prepares you for a dental implant. Your bone graft may be taken from one area of your body, such as the shin, hip, or chin (called an autograft). The graft will be attached to your bone along with collagen and proteins that stimulate growth. Over the next six or more months, the graft will bond with your jawbone (osseointegration).