About Bone Grafting

Bone grafting helps restore lost jawbone and rebuild the foundation needed for dental implants. Our personalized treatments support healthy bone regeneration and long-term oral health.
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What is a bone graft?

When a tooth is lost, the jawbone surrounding that area can gradually deteriorate and lose both height and volume.

Over time, this may leave insufficient bone to properly support a dental implant.
Bone grafting is a procedure designed to rebuild areas where bone has been lost. By adding graft material to the deficient area, we can create a stronger foundation and encourage the body to develop new bone.

This can help restore the proper amount of bone needed for dental implant placement while also supporting the function and appearance of your smile.

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Bone Graft Substitutes

In addition to natural bone grafts, several synthetic and processed materials can be used as alternatives. These materials have been developed to provide a safe and effective foundation for bone regeneration.

Demineralized Bone Matrix (DBM) / DFDBA

Demineralized bone matrix (DBM), including demineralized freeze-dried bone allograft (DFDBA), is processed donor bone containing components such as collagen, proteins, and growth factors. Depending on the specific product and treatment, it may be available as powder, putty, chips, or injectable gel.

Graft Composites

Graft composites combine different grafting materials or biological components to provide the benefits of multiple substances. Examples may include collagen and ceramic materials, DBM combined with bone marrow cells, or combinations of collagen, ceramic materials, and autogenous bone.

Bone Morphogenetic Proteins

Bone morphogenetic proteins (BMPs) are naturally occurring proteins in the body that help regulate bone formation and healing. In certain situations, they may be incorporated into a bone regeneration treatment to support new bone development. Synthetic and substitute grafting materials can eliminate the need for a second procedure to harvest your own bone, potentially reducing additional surgical discomfort and recovery time. Every grafting material has its own advantages, limitations, risks, and benefits.

Autogenous Bone Grafts

An autogenous bone graft, or autograft, uses bone taken from another area of your own body. Depending on your individual needs, bone may be harvested from areas such as the chin, jaw, lower leg, hip, or skull. Because the graft comes from your own body, it contains living cells that can actively support new bone formation. This can make autogenous bone an effective option for certain patients. The main drawback is that an additional procedure is required to collect the bone. Depending on your overall condition and treatment needs, another surgical site may not be appropriate.

Allogenic Bone

Allogenic bone, also called an allograft, is obtained from a human donor and carefully processed before being used as a grafting material. The processing removes moisture and prepares the material for use in bone regeneration. Unlike an autogenous graft, an allograft does not contain living bone-forming cells. Instead, it provides a natural framework, or scaffold, that allows bone from the surrounding area to grow into the space and gradually replace the graft.

Xenogenic Bone

Xenogenic bone, or xenograft, is derived from a different species, most commonly bovine (cow) bone. It undergoes extensive processing to prepare it for use and reduce the risk of contamination or an immune response. Similar to an allograft, a xenograft primarily functions as a scaffold. New bone from the surrounding jaw gradually grows around and through the grafted area as the site heals. One of the main benefits of allografts and xenografts is that they do not require a second surgical procedure to harvest bone from your own body. However, because they do not have the same living bone-forming properties as an autograft, the regeneration process may take longer and results can vary depending on the individual.

Signs you may need treatment

Persistent Tooth
Loss Bone Loss

Gum Disease
Or Loose Teeth

Sunken Or Altered
Facial Appearance

Inadequate Bone
For Implants

What to expect

1

Diagnose

We evaluate your jaw and existing bone structure, using imaging such as 3D CBCT scans when appropriate, to determine the location and extent of bone loss and whether bone grafting is needed.

2

Graft

We carefully place the selected bone graft material in the area of bone loss and may use a protective membrane to help stabilize the graft and support natural bone regeneration.

3

Heal & Restore

The graft is given time to heal and integrate with the surrounding bone. Once adequate bone has developed, the area can be evaluated for dental implant placement and long-term restoration.

Common questions

Why might I need a bone graft before getting a dental implant?

A bone graft may be recommended when there is not enough bone volume or density to adequately support a dental implant. Bone loss commonly occurs after a tooth has been missing for some time.

Bone graft material can come from several sources. It may be taken from your own body, obtained from a human donor, derived from another species such as bovine bone, or made from synthetic materials. Dr. Farhadian will recommend the option best suited to your individual needs.
Yes. Depending on the graft material used, the graft can provide a framework that allows your body’s natural bone to grow into the treated area. Some materials may also contain biological components that support bone formation.
Healing time varies depending on the location and size of the graft, the type of material used, and your individual healing response. In many cases, several months may be needed before the area is ready for dental implant placement.
Not necessarily. Autogenous grafts require bone to be harvested from another area of your body, while many allograft, xenograft, and synthetic materials can be used without harvesting your own bone. Your treatment plan will depend on your specific bone loss and clinical needs.