Before surgery
Consultation & treatment planning
Your consultation begins with digital X-Rays or a 3D CT Scan to assess the quality, location, and density of your jawbone. From there, we’ll:
- Review your medical and dental history
- Identify areas of bone loss
- Discuss your future Dental Implant plans (if applicable)
- Recommend the type of grafting best suited for your needs
You’ll receive a personalized treatment plan outlining the grafting material, surgical timeline, and steps for recovery.
During surgery
The procedure
Bone Grafting is typically performed under Local Anesthesia, often with IV Sedation for your comfort. During the procedure, the Bone Graft material is placed in the affected area and secured. In some cases, a protective membrane may be used to guide healing and prevent tissue interference.
Types of Bone Grafting may include:
- Socket Preservation (Ridge Preservation): Immediately after Tooth Extraction to maintain bone structure
- Ridge Augmentation: To rebuild the jaw ridge after bone loss
- Sinus Lift: To raise the sinus floor and add bone to the upper molar/premolar region
- Block Graft: For larger areas of bone loss, using a solid piece of bone
Most procedures are completed in under an hour, depending on the complexity.
After surgery
Recovery & healing
Healing typically occurs over several months, allowing the graft to integrate with your natural bone (a process called Osseointegration). During this time:
- You may experience mild swelling, soreness, or bruising for a few days
- A soft food diet is recommended during initial healing
- We’ll provide detailed post-op care instructions, including oral hygiene tips and medications
- Follow-up visits help us monitor your progress and ensure the graft is successful
Once healing is complete and bone volume is restored, you may be ready for the placement of Dental Implants.
