When Do You Need a Dental Bone Graft?

A dentist may recommend a dental bone graft to you for several reasons. It can help to preserve your facial structure after a tooth has been extracted. It can also help a patient prepare for getting a dental implant by strengthening the jaw so it can support the artificial tooth. Bone grafts can also help to reverse some of the damage that the advanced stages of gum disease can cause. When you get a bone graft, you can increase your chances of saving teeth in areas affected by gum disease.

Preserving bone and surrounding tissue

After a tooth extraction, a patient can lose bone density in the area. Without the root of the tooth to stimulate the bone, the bone cells will gradually be reabsorbed into the bloodstream. This can result in problems that are both cosmetic and functional. For example, a loss of bone tissue can cause the patient’s face to look collapsed in the area. This is especially true if the front teeth are the teeth that are missing. Losing gum and bone tissue can also reduce the individual’s ability to replace the missing teeth later.

Preparing for dental implants

A dental implant is one of the ideal replacements for missing teeth. However, without adequate bone tissue, there will not be a strong base for this artificial tooth. The bone may not be able to support the force of the implant while the patient is biting or chewing. This can cause the implant to fail. This will result in a lot of pain for the patient.

Bone loss from gum disease

Another reason that a patient may need a dental bone graft is because of periodontal disease. If the gum disease is severe enough, then the patient may experience severe bone loss. This disease is caused by bacteria in the plaque on the teeth. This can cause inflammation and tender gums. In the early stages, also known as gingivitis, the gums can bleed and become swollen.

However, if these early stages of gum disease are not treated, the disease can advance into periodontitis. During this stage, the bacteria can infect the gums. The bacteria go below the gumline to infect the tissue that holds the teeth in place. If the disease is not treated, then the teeth can become loose because they are no longer properly supported. This disease is one of the most common causes of tooth loss for adults. The good news is that a dental bone graft can help to reverse some of this damage.

Visit a dentist today for a dental bone graft

Getting a dental bone graft can help to reverse some of the damage that periodontal disease causes. A bone graft can help to increase your chances of saving your teeth. This type of graft can also prepare your jaw for a dental implant. A dentist can evaluate your oral health to help you determine if a dental bone graft is for you.

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