When you lose multiple natural teeth, your jawbone could lose mass and density, weakening it to cause complications and even limit tooth replacement options. But we have a unique procedure that can strengthen and fortify your jaw! In today’s blog, your Celina, TX, dentist talks about our jawbone grafting procedure.
The Loss of Mass and Density
How does our jaw weaken due to tooth loss? When we lose a tooth, this means the body will no longer send doses of calcium and phosphorus to the bone structure around the missing tooth. Without these nutrients, the jawbone loses mass and density, which can lead to further tooth loss and even an older appearance. The weakened portions also mean you could be unable to support dental implants, limiting your tooth replacement options and leaving your smile at risk for premature aging. But our team can help rebuild your smile with a ridge augmentation, also known as a jawbone grafting procedure.
The Grafting Procedure
The grafting procedure is done for the lower portion of your smile, so you can support new teeth. Our team will examine your smile with advanced digital imaging technology to assess the cause and extent of your tooth loss, and to plan the grafting procedure in detail. New tissues will be added to the weakened portions of the lower jaw. These could be taken from your own body, such as the rear of your jaw, your hip, or your knee bone. Our team could also use synthetic sources as well. We add to the jaw, and this also helps stimulate new structure to bond it with your jaw. When the placement area heals, we will be able to move forward with dental implant placement.
Dental Implants
Unlike traditional bridges or removable dentures, dental implants will be inserted into the jaw itself. These biocompatible titanium posts will bond with the jawbone and act as new roots, which helps prevent the breakdown of mass and density, and help ensure they can last for years to come, decades even! Our team can use them to address individual missing teeth, or to secure a bridge or even a full set of fixed dentures. We want to help you start 2025 on the path to a complete and beautiful smile, so reach out to our team now to get started.
If you have any questions about jawbone grafting or dental implant placement, then contact our team today to learn more!
Schedule Your First Appointment of 2025
We want to prepare your smile for receiving dental implants, so you can show off your pearly whites with confidence. To learn more about our treatment options, call Celina Family Dentistry in Celina, TX, today at 214-851-0130.
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