Bone Grafts in Christiansburg, VA

Do you require a dental bone transplant? If you have been missing adult teeth, even if they are not visible, you may be surprised. Missing teeth can affect more than your appearance. Missing teeth can lead to oral health problems that worsen over time.

New River Valley Dental Care's team of friendly, experienced dental professionals have the skills and knowledge to restore your smile's health, function and beauty. You've come to a good place if you need a graft.

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What Is a Bone Graft?

People often assume that bones are fixed and unchanging. However, bone is a living tissue, and when an adult loses a tooth, their jawbones struggle to maintain their health. This loss of bone mass can negatively affect natural teeth and even appearance. Loose or missing teeth may result if the jawbones are not strong enough. This can lead to difficulties in speaking and eating, and dentures may not be a complete solution.

At our dental office, we provide bone grafts and oral surgery to restore and shape your jawbones. Our doctor will use new bone material to rebuild deficient areas in your jaws. This is a straightforward procedure that can have a significant impact on your dental health. Once the wound has healed, the new bone will provide a sturdy foundation for dental implants.

How Does a Bone Graft Procedure Work?

During a bone-graft procedure, bone material is surgically implanted into your jawbone. This material can come from different sources, such as a part of your own body, a human or bovine donor, or synthetic material. After the surgery, the grafted bones will fuse with the natural bone in your jaw, creating a solid foundation for dental implants. Although bone grafting may sound intimidating, it is a common dental procedure that replaces missing bone, helping you achieve a healthy and beautiful smile.

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Why would I need a bone graft?

Our bones play a vital role in maintaining our dental health. They support and protect our teeth from damage and decay. Without strong bones, our teeth can become more prone to breakage and decay. In cases where patients have experienced bone loss, typically due to missing adult teeth or severe periodontal disease, a dental bone graft may be recommended.

A bone graft involves the grafting of bone into the jaw to support the teeth and prevent further damage. This procedure can also improve the aesthetics of your smile by filling any gaps left by missing teeth. A bone graft may be necessary if you have a scheduled tooth extraction, require dental implants to replace missing teeth, need a stronger jawbone for your dentures, or have experienced severe gum disease and bone loss.

What is recovery like after a bone graft procedure?

Keep in mind that your body will require some time to fully recover after a bone grafting procedure. It is normal to experience swelling, pain, and bruising around your gums in the days following the surgery.

The healing process can take up to nine months while the natural bone and bone graft material fuse together, fortifying your jaws and making them stronger. This prepares you for the eventual placement of dental implants or dentures.

There are different types of bone graft procedures

Dental implants are a popular and effective way to replace missing teeth. For implants to work, the jaw must have enough bone tissue. You can use a bone graft if your jawbones are not strong enough to hold your dental restorations.

You can choose from several types of bone grafting to address different concerns or areas in your mouth:

Sinus Lift

Sinus lifts can be done to protect your sinuses and restore your maxilla mass (upper jawbone). The sinus floor is raised to increase your jawbone's height. This type of bone graft is needed when the upper jawbone is too low to support dental implants.

Sinus lifts will give you the healthy, strong jawbone that you need to have successful dental implants. This procedure can be completed in just one office visit. You can have the healthy, beautiful smile you always wanted with a sinus lift.
Ridge Augmentation

Ridge augmentation is a procedure that can be used when bone tissue has been lost. The procedure involves the placement of a bone graft into the area where there is a bone deficiency. The graft stimulates new bone growth and provides a more stable foundation for dental implants.

Ridge augmentation is also a way to increase the width of your jawbone and provide additional support for dental restorations. This procedure not only enhances the success of dental implant placement but can also improve the appearance of your smile.
Socket Preservation

We will do all we can to help you keep your natural teeth. Sometimes, tooth extractions may be necessary. In these situations, socket preservation is a great way to reduce the negative effects of tooth loss. This procedure involves placing grafting material in the socket after tooth extraction to prevent it from collapsing.

It is easier to implant dental implants in the future if the jawbone and soft tissues are preserved. It is a relatively quick and simple procedure, but it can have a significant impact on the health of your mouth and your appearance.
Periodontal bone graft

Untreated gum disease can cause bone loss that supports the teeth. This can lead to the loss of teeth and hurt your oral health. By restoring the surrounding bone of an existing tooth, a periodontal graft can reduce the risk of tooth loss.

It provides extra support to the tooth and makes it less likely to fall out or become loose. The graft also reduces the size of the pockets around the teeth, which makes it harder for bacteria to grow inside. A periodontal bone transplant can help to reduce the damage caused by gum disease and save your natural teeth. It also improves oral health.