Healing time after a bone graft depends on several factors, including:
- The size of the bone graft
- The complexity of the bone graft
- Patient adherence to aftercare
Typically, your Elk Grove dentist can give you an estimated timeframe for healing based on your case, which may be several weeks or longer.
It’s important to remember that healing is not painful, or you’ll not be in pain during the healing months.
Reasons You Might Need a Dental Bone Graft
You might need a bone graft if you’re considering implant dentistry and don’t have sufficient bone to stabilize the implant. You might also consider a bone graft if you have bone loss in the jaw.
If you need a bone graft in Elk Grove, CA, the dentist will explain why and let you know what to expect.
We may use your bone, donor bone, or synthetic bone to complete the graft.
Bone loss is a natural process that occurs with age or after tooth loss. It is the tooth root that stimulates the jawbone and maintains its health.
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