Jaw Bone Grafting: Building the Foundation for Dental Implants
A comprehensive guide to jaw bone grafting and the management of peri-implant infection, supporting successful dental implant treatment.
Treatment begins with
Assessment
Bone Grafting or Infection Treatment
Healing Period
Implant Placement or Continued Monitoring
This treatment addresses insufficient bone for implants or infection around an existing implant.
You may need this if...
These signs may indicate that this treatment is the recommended course of care:
- Insufficient jaw bone volume identified for planned implant placement
- Signs of infection or inflammation around an existing implant
- Bone loss visible around an implant on follow-up imaging
- A loose or unstable implant needing evaluation
A maxillofacial surgeon's evaluation confirms whether this treatment is the right option for you.
What Does This Treatment Involve?
Treatment addresses either insufficient bone volume through grafting to prepare a site for implant placement, or infection around an existing implant through cleaning and, if needed, surgical treatment.
Whether preparing for a new implant or treating an existing one, care is focused on long-term implant success.
When This Treatment is Considered
This treatment addresses insufficient bone for implants or infection around an existing implant.
- Insufficient jaw bone volume identified for planned implant placement
- Signs of infection or inflammation around an existing implant
- Bone loss visible around an implant on follow-up imaging
- A loose or unstable implant needing evaluation
The Care Pathway
1. Assessment
Imaging assesses bone volume or the extent of infection around an implant.
2. Bone Grafting or Infection Treatment
Grafting builds up bone for future implants, or the infected area is treated directly.
3. Healing Period
Bone graft integration or resolution of infection is monitored over time.
4. Implant Placement or Continued Monitoring
Once healed, implant placement can proceed, or ongoing monitoring continues for existing implants.
“Your care team supports you through every stage, from evaluation to recovery and follow-up.”
Expected Benefits and Possible Risks
Bone grafting reliably creates a strong foundation for implant success, and prompt infection treatment protects existing implants.
Every treatment has potential risks. Your surgeon will discuss your individual risks before treatment.
Recovery & Follow-up
Bone graft integration typically takes three to six months before implant placement can proceed.
Your surgeon will confirm bone healing with imaging before proceeding to the next stage of treatment.
Careful follow-up and guidance on diet and oral hygiene all play an important role in achieving the best possible outcome.
Questions to Ask Your Care Team
- 1.How much bone grafting will I need before implant placement?
- 2.Can my existing implant be saved?
- 3.How long is the total timeline to complete implant treatment?
- 4.What can I do to protect my implants going forward?
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