What is bone grafting treatment and when is it necessary?

Bone grafting is a procedure carried out when there is insufficient jawbone to place implants safely. This is common after long-term tooth loss, infections or bone loss caused by periodontitis. The treatment consists of adding bone material to strengthen and build up the bone structure. Often your own bone (autologous), donor bone, synthetic material or a combination of these is used. The procedure can take place before or during implant placement, depending on the severity of the bone loss. After treatment, a healing period is needed for the bone to integrate with the surrounding jawbone. This process can take several months, depending on the technique used and individual recovery. Increasing the bone volume considerably improves the stability of implants. The periodontist or oral surgeon assesses beforehand whether a bone grafting procedure is necessary. Successful bone grafting makes implant placement possible and improves the long-term results.