At City Smile Dental, we understand the importance of maintaining healthy bones and teeth. That's why we offer bone grafting, a surgical procedure designed to repair and regenerate damaged or missing bone tissue. Our team of experienced dentists and oral surgeons use the latest techniques and technology to provide gentle, effective care for patients of all ages.

What is Bone Grafting?

Bone grafting is a surgical procedure that involves applying bone tissue or similar substances to damaged bones. This procedure promotes your body's natural bone-making process, helping to repair and regenerate damaged bone tissue.

Why is Bone Grafting Necessary?

Bone grafting may be necessary if bones don't heal correctly after a fracture or if they are damaged due to disease or injury. Other reasons for bone grafting include:

• Repairing bones after a severe fracture
• Fusing two adjoining bones to treat chronic pain
• Repairing damaged bone tissue due to disease or injury

Types of Bone Grafting

There are several bone grafting methods, including:

• Autograft: Using bone tissue from your own body
• Allograft: Using bone tissue from a donor
• Synthetic bone graft: Using artificial bone substitutes

What to Expect During Bone Grafting Surgery

During bone grafting surgery, your dentist or oral surgeon will:

1. Numb the area with local anesthetic
2. Create a small incision in your gums
3. Clean and disinfect the area
4. Add bone grafting material to repair the defect
5. Cover the graft with a membrane for additional protection
6. Reposition the gum tissue and close the incision with stitches

After the Procedure

After a bone graft, you may experience pain, swelling, and bruising. These are normal side effects that should diminish in a few days. Your dentist may prescribe pain relievers and antibiotics to manage symptoms.