Dental implants are a widely popular option for our patients looking for effective tooth replacement solutions.
Dental implants have long been considered the gold standard of tooth replacement options. They are durable, long-lasting, and fuse to the jawbone. Because of this, having enough bone structure is crucial to anchor an implant securely in the jawbone. In some situations where there is not enough healthy jawbone to support a dental implant, the team at Kennebec Dental Excellence may recommend further procedures to prepare the area, including bone grafting.
What Is Bone Grafting?
Bone graft surgery is replacing or supplementing your jawbone with bone material. The grafting process creates a healthy foundation for dental implants, crowns, or dentures while supporting the remaining teeth in the mouth after losing or removing one or more teeth. This procedure encourages the formation of new bone and maintains proper jaw contours.
Bone grafting surgery is often necessary when a patient has experienced severe periodontal disease, which can cause the loss of teeth, gum tissues, and jawbone structure.
Will I Need A Sinus Lift?
Sometimes, when someone needs a bone graft for a dental implant, they may also need a sinus lift. This happens when the implant is too close to the sinus cavity. The dentist raises the sinus floor to make room for the implant and bone graft material.
This ensures there is enough strong and healthy jawbone for the implant to work well. The procedure allows for the safe and effective placement of dental implants or other prosthetics to replace one or more missing teeth.
Advanced Diagnostics & Treatment Planning
At Kennebec Dental Excellence, we utilize state-of-the-art technology to evaluate your jawbone health with absolute precision. Before recommending any surgical intervention, Dr. Bue will capture high-resolution digital x-rays and three-dimensional imaging to assess the exact density and width of your bone. This comprehensive approach allows us to pinpoint the specific areas that require reinforcement, ensuring that your custom treatment plan is as conservative and effective as possible for our patients in Winslow, ME.
Understanding The Types Of Grafting Materials
Depending on your unique anatomical needs, we select the most biocompatible and effective restorative materials available to encourage rapid cellular growth. Your personalized treatment plan may utilize a variety of proven options to rebuild your smile.
- Specialized donor tissue provides an excellent, safe scaffold for your natural bone cells to integrate with and grow into over time.
- Advanced synthetic compounds crafted from medical-grade calcium minerals can effectively stimulate natural tissue regeneration.
- A membrane barrier is often placed over the surgical site to prevent faster-growing gum tissue from invading the space reserved for new bone.
The Healing Process & Preserving Facial Aesthetics
After the material is securely placed, your body begins a remarkable microscopic regeneration process. Over the course of several months, your natural cells will gradually replace the grafted material, creating a dense, structurally sound foundation capable of supporting a titanium implant. Healing from this localized procedure is generally straightforward, and our clinical team will provide comprehensive postoperative instructions to ensure you remain completely comfortable during the short recovery phase. Beyond preparing your mouth for a future prosthetic, this regenerative treatment prevents the sunken facial appearance that often accompanies progressive jawbone deterioration. By actively restoring the natural contours of your lower face, we help patients throughout Winslow, ME maintain a vibrant, youthful appearance for decades to come.
Schedule An Appointment With Us Or Call Us!
If you are interested in dental implants but cannot undergo the procedure due to bone loss in your jaw, our team of professionals can offer you treatment! To learn more about bone grafting, call the team at Kennebec Dental Excellence today to request a visit. Our facility serves patients throughout Winslow, ME; Augusta, ME; Belfast, ME; Bangor, ME; Portland, ME; Gardiner, ME; Waterville, ME; and the surrounding areas.