Socket Preservation

Bone grafting, also known as regenerative surgery, is a procedure used to restore bone and supporting tissues that have been lost due to periodontitis. If you are experiencing bone loss around your teeth as a result of periodontitis, Dr. Bally may recommend a bone graft to prevent the need for extractions.

The main objective of bone grafting is to stimulate the body's natural ability to rebuild bone and the structures that anchor teeth to the jaw. To begin the procedure, the gums will be separated from the teeth to gain access to the roots and underlying bone. The roots will be thoroughly cleaned, and any empty spaces in the bone will be filled with a graft material, typically made from your bone.

Once the grafting process is complete, Dr. Bally will reposition the gums and stitch them back together. For several months, the grafted material will be encouraged to grow, effectively replacing the lost bone and soft tissue.

Bone Graft With Immediate Implant Placement

Bone grafting with immediate implant placement is a dental procedure that enhances bone volume and density in areas of tooth loss or deterioration. It involves assessing bone quality using imaging techniques, creating an incision, and placing specialized bone graft material. The dental implant is then inserted into the grafted area, reducing the need for multiple surgeries. Post-procedure care and regular follow-up appointments are important for successful healing. Consulting with a dental professional is necessary to assess suitability and address concerns.

OSTEOTOME SINUS LIFT

The osteotome sinus lift is a dental procedure that increases bone density and height in the maxillary sinus area for dental implant placement. It involves a comprehensive assessment, local anesthesia, creating an incision, using osteotomes to lift and compress bone, placing bone graft material, and allowing for bone growth and integration. Post-procedure care and follow-up visits are important. Potential risks include infection, sinus complications, and graft rejection, but these are rare. Consulting a dental professional is necessary for suitability and addressing concerns.

Sinus Lift- Lateral Window

The lateral window sinus lift is a specialized dental procedure that enhances bone in the maxillary sinus for successful dental implant placement. Using X-rays or CT scans, the dentist evaluates the area's bone density and sinus anatomy.

Under local anesthesia, the dentist makes a small gum incision to access the bone and creates a precise window-shaped opening in the sinus's lateral wall. The sinus membrane is gently lifted, making room for bone graft material—often sourced from the patient or synthetic options—to encourage new bone growth.

After suturing the incision, patients receive specific post-operative care instructions, including medications and oral hygiene practices. Follow-up visits allow monitoring of healing and timing for implant placement.

While effective, there are rare risks like infection or sinus complications. Consulting a skilled dentist is crucial for personalized evaluation and addressing any concerns before undergoing this procedure.

RIDGE AUGMENTATION

One common application of bone grafting is for ridge augmentation, which aims to restore the natural shape of your gums and jaw after tooth loss due to various reasons such as trauma, congenital anomalies, infection, or periodontal disease.

To ensure proper support for surrounding restorations or implants, it may be necessary to reconstruct both the hard and soft tissues. When one or more teeth are lost, the gums and jawbone can become indented in the area where the tooth used to be. This occurs because the jawbone recedes when it no longer has a tooth to hold in place.

This indentation not only looks unnatural but also causes the replacement tooth to appear longer than the adjacent teeth, creating a difficult-to-clean area.

Ridge augmentation involves the use of bone and tissue-grafting procedures to fill in the indented area of the jaw and gums. This results in a smooth gum line that harmonizes with your restoration or dental implant.

Osteotome Sinus Lift With Implant Placement

The osteotome sinus lift procedure enhances bone volume and density in the maxillary sinus area for successful dental implantation. It involves assessing bone quality and sinus structure, administering local anesthesia, creating an incision, using osteotomes to elevate bone into the sinus cavity, inserting bone graft material, and allowing for healing and new bone growth. Post-procedural care and regular follow-up visits are important. Potential risks exist, so consulting a qualified dental professional is necessary.

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