Restore Your Oral Health with Bone Grafting Services
Have you been told you aren’t a perfect candidate for dental implants because of severe bone loss? Mid-Valley Dental Care in Northridge, California, can help. We offer bone grafting services to renew the strength and density of your jawbone. This not only makes you a candidate for implant-based restorations but also improves your facial shape and aesthetics.
Would you like to revive your oral health with bone grafting? What are you waiting for? Please dial (818) 886-3500 to schedule a consultation with our dental team.
What is bone grafting?
Bone grafting replenishes lost bone tissues in the jawbone. It involves transplanting healthy bone tissue into the jawbone area with insufficient volume and density. You’ll likely need bone grafting if you have lost your jawbone to prolonged tooth loss, injury, or advanced gum disease.
What are the different sources of bone grafts?
The dentist can harvest the bone graft from several sources. Autografts are derived from your body, particularly from the chin or hip. Autografts are the safest and fastest-healing grafts, but patients have to contend with “nursing” a second surgery site. The other sources of dental grafts include human donors (allografts), animal sources, and synthetic materials. The dentist will explain the merits and demerits of each bone graft and choose the one best suited for your needs.
What can I expect from bone grafting?
It begins with a consultation. The dentist will examine your jawbone with dental X-rays to determine the amount of bone lost and the size of bone graft needed. After numbing your gums with local anesthetics, the dentist will gently incise the gums to access the underlying bone. Next, the dentist will carefully position the bone graft on the receded area and stitch it to kick-start healing. Over the next few months, the dental graft and jawbone osseointegrate to form a lifetime bond.
Is the treatment painful?
Bone grafting is nearly painless thanks to gentle and powerful pain management techniques. Our dentist uses highly effective anesthetics to minimize pain during treatment. The anesthetics remain effective throughout your treatment, and the dosage is adjustable to suit your comfort levels. However, if you are anxious about your treatment, sedation dentistry is available for a stress-free experience.
What can I expect during recovery?
After treatment, you can expect mild pain and swelling around the treatment area. The dentist will prescribe over-the-counter medications to manage your discomfort. Applying ice on your cheeks can manage swelling.
Other post-op instructions include:
- Avoid strenuous activities like heavy lifting for a few days.
- For a few days, stick to easy-to-chew foods. Your menu should include yogurt, mashed potatoes, juices, and smoothies.
- Sleep with your head elevated.
- Observe optimal oral hygiene to prevent infections but avoid disturbing the surgical site.
- Adhere to follow-up appointments to ensure the bone graft is integrating successfully with the jawbone.
Recovery depends on your healing ability and the type of bone graft. Most patients take two weeks to heal, but the bone graft needs 6-9 months to integrate fully with the jawbone.
Why do I need bone grafting?
Often, you need bone grafting to become eligible for a dental implant. Dental implants can’t biointegrate with the jawbone without sufficient bone density. You also need a bone graft to improve aesthetics and oral function.
Is there bone grafting near me?
Do you need to stabilize your oral health with bone grafting in Northridge, California? Call (818) 886-3500 to reserve an appointment with Mid-Valley Dental Care. We combine advanced technologies with precision techniques to achieve optimal bone grafting outcomes.