Pros and Cons of Bone Grafting

October 4, 2019
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Pros and Cons of Bone Grafting

Considering the pros and cons of bone grafting? Whenever someone is in need of any type of dental work, it is a good idea to learn everything possible about the procedure. Patients who take the time to do research are more likely to experience good oral health. This is known as being a proactive dental patient.

What exactly does bone grafting mean?

While the name does imply that bone will be grafted, there are actually many decisions to be made when someone chooses to undergo this procedure. Bone grafting is a type of oral surgery that involves a dental professional taking bone from one location and then placing it into the patient’s jawbone. This is done when the patient lacks a sufficient amount of jawbone, which can lead to a lower quality of overall oral health.

Pros and cons of bone grafting

The following is a list of common pros and cons of undergoing a dental bone grafting procedure.

Pro: Bone grafting helps patients who lack bone

A bone grafting procedure adds more bone to a patient’s jawbone, which is important, as a lack of jawbone does not support good oral health. The jawbone is what keeps the teeth exactly where they are supposed to be. Patients who want one or more dental implants placed in their mouth must have a sufficient amount of jawbone to hold the implant(s) securely in place. This also holds true for patients who are in need of conventional dentures.

Pro: It maintains the shape of the face

When someone experiences a loss of jawbone, it tends to directly affect the way they look. It can lead to a sunken look, which will make a person appear older than they actually are. A dental professional can strategically use bone grafting materials to improve the size and even the shape of the jawbone for a patient, which can improve the way they look when they smile.

Con: There are risks involved

As with any type of surgical procedure, there are risks involved when someone chooses to undergo a dental bone graft. Infections related to bone grafting procedures are very few. Patients who do experience an infection will be given antibiotics, which will then get rid of the infection. This is one of the many reasons that choosing an experienced dental professional is essential for those undergoing the dental bone grafting procedure.

Are you in need of bone grafting services?

Are you ready to learn more about our bone grafting services? Now that you understand the common pros and cons of undergoing a bone grafting procedure, do you have any questions for us? If you are ready to learn more about bone grafts, please do not hesitate to contact us at your earliest convenience. We can also answer any questions about any other dental procedure, as well as give you advice on maintaining good oral health. We are here for you!

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