Bone grafting during implant treatment may be required to restore the bone structure to its original shape to achieve the best possible results, especially if there is not enough bone remaining to successfully support an implant. The jaw and other facial bones support the skin and muscle that are responsible for our outward cosmetic appearance. Without the support of the underlying bone, our faces can look prematurely aged.

The success of a dental implant and its ability to support a dental restoration is dependent upon the quantity and quality of available bone at the implant site. When a patient lacks sufficient bone to adequately support an implant(s) we have the ability to grow bone where needed.

Bone grafting procedures have become an integral part of implant reconstruction and Dr Jon will explain what is involved if you do require bone grafting.

Before bone grafting - cross-section of jaw showing insufficient bone to place an implant	During - new bone has been grafted on and eventually the original bone will replace the new material.	After - the implant has been placed into the healthy bone structure.