Dental implants are an excellent and often life-changing dental treatment for patients who need to replace missing teeth. However, ideal candidates for dental implants must meet certain criteria. In addition to good overall and periodontal health, patients must also have an adequate amount of jawbone structure. Because a dental implant is surgically placed into the jawbone to function as an artificial tooth root, long-term success depends on the health and density of the surrounding bone. If insufficient bone height or density is present, a bone grafting procedure may be recommended prior to dental implant surgery. Bone grafting at our Alpharetta office is led by Dr. Cesar Tapia, who holds two Master’s degrees in Implantology from the International Congress of Oral Implantology and the American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics. At ConfiDENT, we are proud to provide full-service implant dentistry, including both dental implant placement and pre-qualifying procedures such as bone grafting.

What is Bone Grafting?

Bone grafting is a procedure used to rebuild or strengthen the bone needed to support a dental implant. At ConfiDENT, we take time to carefully explain each step of the process so you understand what to expect in terms of treatment, healing, and recovery. If you are interested in dental implants but have been told you do not have enough bone to support them, bone grafting may help improve your eligibility for this tooth replacement option.

Bone grafting is a predictable and effective procedure that involves replacing or augmenting missing bone around the teeth or jaw. Grafting materials may include autogenous grafts (a patient’s own bone), allografts (donor bone), or xenografts (non-human bone sources). Based on your clinical needs, our dental team will determine the most appropriate grafting approach. At ConfiDENT, bone grafting is performed with precision and care using advanced imaging and modern technology in a comfortable clinical setting.

Reasons for Bone Grafting

Like other bones in the body, the jawbone maintains its structure and form through everyday use. The natural stimulation and pressure that the jawbone receives when you chew helps it to retain its density. However, when a tooth goes missing, there is no tooth root to stimulate the underlying bone. This causes the jawbone to atrophy or reabsorb into the body if the tooth is not replaced with a dental implant in a timely manner. This is a leading reason why patients have bone loss and need bone grafting before getting dental implants. The jawbone can also deteriorate or become damaged due to severe gum disease or traumatic injury. Patients can even experience a degree of bone loss while wearing traditional dentures.

At ConfiDENT, we can restore your bone health and help you take advantage of the life-changing benefits of dental implants. Contact our Alpharetta office today to schedule your consultation. We look forward to rebuilding your smile the way you deserve.