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When considering restorative dental treatments like dental implants or full-arch restoration, it’s crucial to understand the importance of bone healing. At Topeka Oral Surgery, we emphasize the vital role of bone health in achieving successful and lasting results. Often, this includes bone grafting—a procedure that strengthens the jawbone to support dental implants and ensuring the patient’s vitamin D levels are therapeutic.
Here’s why bone grafting is a key step towards achieving a renewed smile.
Teeth do more than aid in chewing and enhancing your smile; they help maintain the health and density of the jawbone. Each tooth’s root stimulates the surrounding bone, keeping it dense. When teeth are lost, this stimulation stops, leading to bone resorption, a process where the jawbone deteriorates due to lack of use. The Figure below shows how the gums and ridge collapse when a bone graft is not placed after the tooth extraction (Top portion of the image below. While bottom portion of image shows how tissue looks after a bone graft).
Traditional restorative techniques like dentures can restore the appearance and function of teeth but fall short in preserving bone health. Dentures rest on the gums and do not stimulate the bone like natural tooth roots. Over time, denture wearers may experience significant bone loss, affecting facial structure, oral health, and the fit and functionality of the dentures.
When bone resorption has occurred, there may not be enough bone to support dental implants, which require a solid foundation. Bone grafting addresses this issue by transplanting bone tissue—either from another part of your body or from biocompatible synthetic or allogenic materials—to the jawbone. This procedure regenerates lost bone, providing the necessary volume and density for implant placement.
At Topeka Oral Surgery, bone grafting is performed with precision and care, using advanced techniques and materials to ensure optimal outcomes. The process involves preparing the site, placing the graft material, and allowing a healing period of several months. During this time, the graft integrates with the existing bone, creating a stronger, more stable base for implants.
Dental implants are often considered the best solution for missing or decaying teeth. Unlike dentures, implants include a titanium post that acts as an artificial tooth root, embedded directly into the jawbone. This not only secures dental restorations but also restores the necessary stimulation to the jawbone, helping to prevent further resorption.
The integration of the implant with the jawbone, known as osseointegration, maintains bone density and supports facial structures. This makes implants the preferred option for long-term oral health and stability after tooth loss. They have been found to last over 20 years.
At Topeka Oral Surgery, we are dedicated to providing our patients with the best possible outcomes for oral health and smile aesthetics. Bone grafting is crucial for the success of dental implants and full-arch restorations, addressing bone loss to ensure a strong foundation. Dental implants offer a restoration that looks and feels natural while promoting healthier bone structure over time.
For those considering dental implants or dealing with significant tooth loss, understanding the importance of bone health and the benefits of bone grafting is essential. Our team at Topeka Oral Surgery is here to guide you through every step of the process. Contact us today at (785)2280500 to discuss your options and take the first step towards a restored, confident smile.
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