What is Bone Grafting?
Bone grafting is an oral surgery procedure that replaces lost bone in the jaw. Bone loss can happen due to missing teeth, gum disease, facial trauma or injury, or from developmental defects. As part of our comprehensive dental care in Southlake, TX, bone grafting helps restore a strong foundation for future treatments like dental implants.
To replace the missing teeth, it’s essential for restorative and cosmetic dentistry procedures to have a strong foundation, especially with dental implants. There are a few different material combinations to choose from to rebuild the jaw bone. Instead of the common options used elsewhere, Dr. Urbanek prefers advanced, biocompatible materials that safely encourage new bone growth and healing.
Dr. Urbanek will also decide whether your bone graft can be placed during your implant surgery or as a separate procedure to give you the best possible outcome.
If you decide to get a bone graft to help replenish missing bone, you’re making a wise decision. Bone grafting can offer the following benefits:
- Improve the stability of dental implants
- Increase the success rate of dental implants
- Improve facial appearance
If you need a bone graft, there are really no downsides to getting one. With Dr. Urbanek’s years of experience and additional training, help make your procedure as comfortable and seamless as possible.
Who’s a Good Candidate?
Not everyone requires a bone graft to get dental implants or other dental restorations. We recommend bone grafts for patients with:
- Missing Teeth – After losing your teeth, the jaw bone begins to disappear because it no longer has anything to hold into place.
- Trauma – Serious injury to the face or jaw can result in bone loss.
- Past Oral Surgery – If you’ve had a growth removed, some bone may have been lost in the process, and a bone graft can restore it.
- Advanced Gum Disease – Severe gum infections can weaken the jawbone. A bone graft, along with gum treatment, can help restore your mouth to health.
- Sagging/Aging Appearance – One of the side effects of bone loss is facial structure deterioration. When this occurs, it can cause your facial features to sag, increase the visibility of wrinkles and lines, and even cause the skin to sag. With a bone graft, we can help restore your facial structure.
Take the First Step Toward a Stronger Smile
If you’ve been told you don’t have enough bone for dental implants, bone grafting may be the solution that makes your dream smile possible. At StarImage Dental Boutique & Oral Surgery in Southlake, TX, Dr. Urbanek combines advanced techniques with compassionate care to help restore both function and confidence in your smile.
Don’t let bone loss hold you back from the benefits of dental implants. Call us today at (817) 587-4414 to schedule your consultation and find out how bone grafting can give you the foundation you need for lasting dental health.
