Bone grafting is often an essential step in preparing the jaw for dental implant placement. At Norwell Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center, Dr. Helal and Dr. Colton perform bone grafting procedures to rebuild and strengthen the jawbone, creating a solid foundation for implants. Our board-certified oral surgeons use advanced techniques and 3D imaging to ensure predictable results for patients in Norwell and the surrounding South Shore area.
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Minor Bone Grafting Procedures
Bone grafting is one of the most frequently performed procedures at Norwell Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center, designed to restore or strengthen the jawbone so it can adequately support dental implants. Dr. Deeb Helal and Dr. Timothy Colton regularly help patients throughout the South Shore, including Hingham, Hanover, and Weymouth, rebuild the bone foundation needed for successful implant placement.
After a tooth is extracted or lost, the jawbone in that area tends to deteriorate over time through a process called resorption. Without adequate bone volume and density, placing dental implants safely is not possible. Bone grafting procedures address this challenge by restoring lost bone tissue or augmenting thin areas, establishing a strong and stable base once healing is complete. Our surgeons use Cone Beam 3D imaging to carefully evaluate each patient's bone structure before recommending a grafting approach.
Jaw bone grafting procedures are conveniently performed right here in our Norwell office. Depending on your specific needs, Dr. Helal or Dr. Colton may use grafting material sourced from the patient's own bone, donor tissue, or high-quality synthetic materials that promote new bone growth. Additionally, our practice utilizes PRGF (Platelet-Rich Growth Factor) technology to support faster healing. The grafted area typically requires four to six months to integrate fully with the natural bone, though the timeline can vary based on individual healing factors. Once the graft has matured and created a solid foundation, your dental implants can be placed with confidence.
Major Bone Grafting Procedures
For more complex bone grafting cases, such as the repair of congenital skeletal defects, surgery may need to be performed in a hospital setting. In these situations, the grafting material is sometimes harvested from other sites on the patient’s body, including the skull or hip.