Bone Regeneration Treatment

Dental bone regeneration, achieved through bone grafting, involves replacing missing bone in the jaw with bone grafting material to promote new bone growth, often used to prepare for dental implants or address bone loss due to gum disease or other issues.
Here’s a more detailed explanation of the procedure:

Why is it needed?
• Bone Loss:
Dental bone regeneration is crucial for patients who have experienced tooth loss, gum disease, or other dental issues that have caused bone deterioration.

• Dental Implants:
It can increase eligibility for dental implants and other restorative treatments by providing sufficient bone support.

• Restorative Dentistry:
It can restore the look and function of teeth and improve overall oral health.
The Procedure:

1. Anesthesia:
You will receive anesthesia, either local or general, depending on the complexity of the procedure.

2. Incision:
The dentist will make an incision in the gum to expose the underlying bone.

3. Bone Graft Material:
• The dentist will place bone grafting material into the area where bone is missing or damaged.

• Types of Graft Material:
• Autografts: Bone tissue taken from your own body (e.g., chin, shin, or hip).
• Allografts: Bone from a human donor (usually cadaver bone).
• Xenografts: Bone from an animal source (e.g., cows). • Alloplasts: Synthetic bone graft material.

4. Membrane (Optional):
In some cases, a membrane may be placed over the graft material to protect it and guide bone regeneration.

5. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) (Optional):
In some cases, your provider might add platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to your dental bone graft to promote healing and tissue regeneration.

6. Closure:
The incision is closed with stitches.

Healing and Recovery:

• Healing Time:
Healing time can vary depending on the complexity of the surgery and the individual patient.

• Aftercare:
Following aftercare instructions provided by your dentist is essential for a successful healing process.

• Potential Side Effects:
You may experience some swelling, bruising, and soreness after the procedure, which should resolve within a few weeks.