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Bone Grafting for Periodontal Health
Bone grafting, also known as regenerative surgery, is used to rebuild bone and soft tissues lost due to periodontitis. If you have gum disease, it can lead to the loss of bone support around your teeth. To avoid extractions, Dr. Bally may recommend using a bone graft to regenerate the lost bone.
The goal of bone grafting is to stimulate your body to rebuild the bone and structures that hold your teeth in place. During the procedure, the gums are gently lifted to expose the roots and surrounding bone. After cleaning the area, graft material, often from your own bone, is placed into the voids in the bone.
Once the procedure is complete, the gums are repositioned and stitched back together. Over the next few months, the graft material will encourage new bone and soft tissue growth, restoring the support needed to maintain your oral health.
Ridge Augmentation for Tooth Loss and Jaw Restoration
Ridge augmentation is a common bone grafting procedure used to restore the natural contour of your gums and jaw following tooth loss due to trauma, congenital anomalies, infection, or periodontal disease. This treatment helps rebuild the support structures necessary for dental implants or other restorations.
When a tooth is lost, the surrounding jawbone may begin to recede, creating indentations that can affect the appearance of the gums and the fit of a replacement tooth. This indentation can make the replacement tooth look too long compared to the neighboring teeth and can be difficult to clean.
Ridge augmentation utilizes bone and tissue grafting techniques to fill in the indentations, restoring a smooth gum line that blends naturally with your dental restoration or implant. This procedure not only improves aesthetics but also ensures long-term oral health and stability.