Next Smile

    If you're considering All-on-4® dental implants, you may wonder if there's anything you can do to prevent a bone graft. The good news is that you can do a few things to reduce your risk of needing a bone graft. First, it's important to have realistic expectations about the procedure. All-on-4 dental implants are not suitable for everyone. If you have significant bone loss in your jaw, you will likely need a bone graft to have the procedure. Second, choose an experienced implant dentist who has plenty of experience placing All-on-4 dental implants. A qualified dentist will place the implants in the optimal position to minimise needing a bone graft. Finally, take good care of your teeth and gums before and after the procedure. Good oral hygiene helps keep the implant site clean and free of infection, which can reduce the risk of needing a bone graft. At the Next Smile™ Melbourne All-on-4® Centre , we understand that losing your teeth can be a major and life-altering setba...

If you have a missing tooth, you might be wondering if you need to undergo a bone graft. A bone graft involves taking donor bone from another area of your mouth or body and placing it in the space left by the missing tooth to stimulate new tooth root growth and eventually create an anchor for a dental implant or bridge. In some cases, missing teeth can cause jawbone loss because of gum recession, especially if your remaining teeth are worn down or overcrowded. Over time, these cells will reattach themselves and create a larger space of solid tooth structure. This process can take weeks or months, depending on how much gum tissue has been lost. When to Know If You Need a Bone Graft Several factors will affect your likelihood of needing a bone graft in dentistry, these include: 1. Compromised Bone or Sinus Conditions This may indicate a greater chance of needing a bone graft, how many teeth are being worked on, and if you have any pre-existing conditions like diabetes. 2. Age Younger pa...