Bone Grafting and Sinus Lift
RESTORE YOUR CONFIDENCE
Dental implants, made of titanium or ceramic, are surgically placed in the jawbone to replace tooth roots. After three months, custom crowns, bridges, or dentures are fitted to look like natural teeth.
Curious about
Bone Grafting and Sinus Lift
What is Bone Graft?
Bone graft is a surgical technique that allows for implant placement, even if the patient initially lacks sufficient bone quantity and quality to support a fixed denture.
Reasons for Bone Loss:
- Lack of Tooth Replacement: When one or more teeth are lost and not replaced for an extended period, the jawbone loses its function, leading to further bone deterioration.
- Osteoporosis: This condition can also contribute to bone loss, making the implant challenging.
What is a Sinus Lift?
Sinus Lift involves raising the height of your upper jawbone area, specifically around the molars and premolars. By adding bone between the jaw and maxillary sinuses, located on either side of your nasal passages, Dr Riddhi creates the ideal foundation for dental implants. The sinus membrane is carefully lifted to accommodate the additional bone.
Reasons for a Sinus Lift:
- Insufficient Bone: Implant placement becomes challenging if there is a bone deficiency in your upper jaw, especially towards the back or molar region. The upper jaw naturally has less bone.
- Bone Loss: Periodontal or gum disease can cause bone loss. Over time, if teeth are missing for an extended period, the absence of stimulation leads to the bone getting further damaged, leaving insufficient bone for placing the implant.
- Proximity of Sinus: The proximity of the maxillary sinus to the upper jaw can prevent implant placement. The sinus can enlarge in varying degrees for different individuals with age.
Our Approach
Bone Graft Solutions
- Bone Substitutes (BioOss): These synthetic materials serve as substitutes for bone and aid in regeneration.
- Patient’s Bone: Using a patient’s bone tissue can be a practical approach in bone grafting.
- Combination Approach: Combining bone substitutes and the patient’s bone can offer promising results. However, successful grafting requires a good blood supply to the bone.
The Reliable Solution
A bone transplant becomes the only reliable solution for getting a successful implant done when adequate bone density is absent.
In conclusion, a bone graft is a vital procedure in dentistry, allowing for implant placement and addressing issues of bone loss. Dr Katara can restore bone quality and quantity with various techniques and materials available, ensuring excellent patient results.
Stage 3:
The agreed-upon procedure is carried out, aimed to be finished in 7 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the entire procedure of dental bone grafting?
The entire procedure is carried out in as little as half an hour.
What are the advantages of dental bone grafts?
- Dental bone grafts improve your eligibility for dental implants and other restorative dental treatments you may require.
- This procedure revitalises your jaw, restoring it to its original form after trauma, tooth loss, or gum (periodontal) disease.
- You may return to your daily routine right away after one sitting.
Do all dental implants require bone grafts?
A bone graft is only required when there is insufficient bone structure to hold dental implants. In other cases, bone grafting may not be necessary.
