Bone Grafts
Enjoy All The Benefits Of Implants
Maximize Implant Success With Bone Grafts in San Ramon
Dental implants can restore your confident smile and strong bite. However, your jaw needs a solid foundation to support them. Years of missing teeth or wearing dentures can lead to bone loss in your jaw. If so, Dr. Kaeley may recommend bone grafts in San Ramon. Bone grafting will:
- Rebuild and strengthen your jawbone, providing support for implants
- Repair bone damaged by advanced gum disease
- Give you a healthier appearance and stronger-looking jawline
- Improve the chances of successful implant placement
- Restore your strong chewing ability and overall oral function
- Help prevent further bone loss and other dental issues
Call 209-632-5744 for an appointment.
Strengthen Your Jaw to Support Implants
Having enough bone volume in your jaw is a requirement for dental implants. If you have experienced bone loss due to periodontal disease, tooth loss, or other factors, Dr. Kaeley may recommend a bone grafting procedure. A graft can also save teeth that otherwise might be lost due to bone damage from advanced gum disease.
With her periodontal expertise, Dr. Kaeley can perform a grafting procedure to stimulate new bone growth in your jaw. It will provide a solid foundation for dental implants. Once the graft has integrated with your existing bone—a process that can take several months—Dr. Kaeley will determine if you are ready for implants.
When you can proceed with implant treatment, your options include:
- Implant Dentures - This solution securely anchors your dentures to dental implants. Your teeth won't slip when eating or speaking, and you'll never need adhesive. You can choose removable dentures or teeth that stay fixed in place. Either way, implants help preserve your jawbone.
- Full-Mouth Reconstruction - Dr. Kaeley will create a treatment plan that combines multiple procedures to restore your oral health and function. Your plan may include implants, bone grafting, and other treatments to achieve a healthy smile.
- All-on-X Implants - Dr. Kaeley will place four or six strategically placed implants to support a full arch of replacement teeth. This approach can lessen the need for bone grafting.
Call 925-860-7270 for bone grafts in San Ramon. You can also request an appointment online.
Common Questions About Bone Grafts
What is a bone graft?
A bone graft builds up bone in your jaw after you have lost teeth. Bone loss is a consequence of losing teeth because the tooth is no longer there to stimulate the bone beneath it. We'll put a special material in the socket and cover it to safeguard the area. Over time, it will literally become a component of your bone as it stimulates new development. Because your bone is stronger, you can become a better prospect for dental implants.
Are bone grafts necessary?
One of the most common reasons for bone grafts is to strengthen a jaw so that it can successfully support implants. The more time that has passed since you've lost teeth, the more likely you may need a graft to receive implants. Without tooth roots to provide stimulation, the bone in your jaw begins to shrink - as much as 25 percent in the first year after tooth loss.
Can bone grafts save teeth?
Yes, bone grafts can help save teeth in certain situations. When a tooth is at risk due to bone loss caused by gum disease or trauma, a bone graft can be used to regenerate and strengthen the jawbone. This procedure promotes the growth of new bone tissue, providing a stable foundation for the tooth. Bone grafts can be an effective solution to preserve and support teeth that would otherwise be at risk of extraction.