Periodontal Bone Grafting Treatment

Bone grafting, sometimes called regenerative periodontal surgery, is a procedure designed to restore bone and soft tissue that have been lost as a result of advanced gum disease. Periodontitis can weaken the bone that supports your teeth, increasing the risk of tooth loss. In many cases, Dr. Bally may recommend bone grafting to strengthen the jawbone and help preserve your natural teeth.

The purpose of bone grafting is to encourage your body to regenerate the bone and supporting structures around the teeth. During treatment, the gum tissue is carefully lifted to access the affected area. After thoroughly cleaning the roots and surrounding bone, grafting material—often sourced from your own bone or a biocompatible substitute—is placed into the areas where bone loss has occurred.

Once the procedure is finished, the gum tissue is carefully repositioned and secured with sutures. In the months that follow, the graft material stimulates the growth of new bone and soft tissue, helping restore the structural support necessary to maintain long-term oral health.

Jawbone Restoration with Ridge Augmentation

Ridge augmentation is a specialized bone grafting procedure designed to rebuild the natural shape of the gums and jawbone after tooth loss caused by injury, infection, developmental conditions, or periodontal disease. By restoring lost bone and tissue, this treatment creates a stable foundation for dental implants or other restorative solutions.

After a tooth is lost, the jawbone in that area often begins to shrink, leading to visible depressions in the gum line. These changes can affect both appearance and function, making replacement teeth look longer than surrounding teeth and creating areas that are difficult to keep clean.

Through advanced bone and soft tissue grafting techniques, ridge augmentation fills in these deficiencies and reestablishes a smooth, natural-looking gum contour. The result is improved aesthetics, better oral hygiene, and stronger long-term support for restorations, helping maintain a healthy, balanced smile.

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Guided-Bone Regeneration

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Lateral Ridge Augmentation

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Post-Operative Instructions for a Bone Graft

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Post-Op Instructions for Guided-Bone Regeneration

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