1133 Bryan Rd. O'Fallon, MO 63366
What is Bone Grafting?
Bone grafting is a straightforward, in-office procedure designed to rebuild areas of lost bone in your jaw. Bone loss can happen for many reasons—gum disease, tooth extractions, or simply the natural aging process. Unfortunately, missing bone doesn’t just affect your appearance; it can make treatments like dental implants challenging or even impossible without rebuilding the foundation first.
Our team at Twin Oaks Family Dental can perform bone grafting right here in our O'Fallon office, helping restore strength and structure to your jaw so you can move forward with implants or dentures confidently.
Why Might You Need Bone Grafting?
The most common reasons include:
- Gum Disease: Advanced gum disease can gradually destroy bone over time.
- Tooth Loss & Extractions: Missing teeth lead to bone shrinking in those areas, making future restorations harder.
- Preparing for Implants or Dentures: A strong, healthy jawbone is essential for long-lasting results.
Bone grafting helps restore what’s been lost so you can get the smile you want.
Who is a Candidate?
We start with a comprehensive exam and digital X-rays to determine if bone grafting is needed. If there are areas of bone loss, we’ll review the best approach for your individual needs and discuss your treatment plan in detail.
What Happens During Bone Grafting?
Here’s what you can expect:
- Personalized Planning: We choose the right bone material and create a treatment plan based on your needs.
- Comfort First: We provide sedation options to keep you relaxed throughout the procedure.
- Bone Placement: The bone material is gently placed in the areas of loss, often combined with growth factors to speed healing.
- Healing & Restoration: Over time, the graft integrates with your natural bone, creating a strong foundation for implants or dentures.
Ready to Learn More?
If you’ve been told you have bone loss or want to explore dental implants, call Twin Oaks Family Dental today. Our team will answer all your questions and help you take the next step toward a healthy, confident smile.