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Bone Grafting2023-08-29T16:32:33+00:00
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BONE GRAFTING

A bone graft or sinus lift can help you become a better candidate for tooth replacement with dental implants

Have you been told that you aren’t a candidate for dental implants because you don’t have sufficient bone to hold the implant in place? Bone grafting may present a solution.

Bone Grafting

One of the side effects of missing teeth is a deterioration in the bone structure. Since the bone no longer has to do the job of holding a tooth in place, the body no longer sends nutrients to the area, causing the bone to resorb or diminish. As time progresses, the bone in the area weakens and shrinks.  Bone grafting is achieved by taking your own bone (autograft), another human’s bone (allograft), animal’s bone (xenograft), or synthetic bone (alloplast) and placing it into the defect. These grafts come in block form or particulate form. Each is used differently depending on the type of defect present.

Many times we use an allograft. The advantage of an allograft is that it prevents a patient from having a second surgery site (the donor area). A bone graft forms scaffolding for one’s own bone to grow into. On average, this takes three months for the lower jaw and five to six months for the upper jaw and results in the patient’s own bone filling in the defect.

A bone graft is highly recommended following the extraction of a tooth to prevent defects from forming. This maintains the height and width of the bone to allow the placement of an implant or create an ideal site for a pontic, the replacement tooth used in a bridge. This treatment is sometimes called ridge preservation.

Following the extraction, the bone graft is placed, and a protective membrane is sutured into place.

Sinus Lift

A sinus lift procedure may be recommended when the sinuses in the upper jaw drop down into an area, creating a situation where the bone may not be abundant enough to support an implant. Some sinus lifts can be done at the time of implant placement (internal) or prior to placing an implant (external). This procedure involves lifting the sinus membrane while keeping it intact and depositing bone underneath the membrane. By doing this, the bone height is increased, allowing for an implant to be placed and not invade the sinus.

We’ve used x-rays to illustrate the sinus lift procedure below so you can gain a clearer idea of how the procedure works.

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Are you a new patient to James Island Dental?  Get started now by following the link and completing the requested forms to make your visit easy and stress-free.

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Paul Meeks
Paul Meeks
June 15, 2023.
She's super diligent & a cool person. Great combination!
Carol Pelligra
Carol Pelligra
June 15, 2023.
Excellent friendly and knowledgable staff and they did a terrific job on my dental cleaning.
Joy Simmons
Joy Simmons
February 14, 2023.
I met Dr. Weir as a professor at MUSC dental school. I went to his office for a general visit after bone grafts. He preformed the most through dental/ mouth exam I have ever had in my life. He is kind and empathetic to me and always allows my emotions to flow. He is always up on state of the art in dentistry. He is professional, has integrity, and kind. He preforms dental implants and laser gum surgery. Check him out!
K Hubatch
K Hubatch
January 13, 2023.
Their dental hygienist, Kit, went above and beyond to help make my toddler feel more comfortable. My daughter had a previously negative experience, and Kit really took the time to help her feel comfortable and involved in the process. 5 stars for Kit!
Deb Boissonneault
Deb Boissonneault
August 29, 2022.
Really like this dental practice. Everyone is friendly, helpful, & concerned for patient comfort. They get you in without months of waiting for an appointment. The service is prompt. I never feel as if the work is hurried or rushed. Finally, the dentists don't try to sell you procedures you don't need. I came to this practice because of a dentist who tried to sell me crowns I didn't need. Love this group.
Zach Solomon
Zach Solomon
August 29, 2022.
This office is so great that I actually like going
Elizabeth Christopher
Elizabeth Christopher
August 19, 2022.
My husband, children, and I have been coming to this dentistry practice for over 20 years. We've never been tempted to go elsewhere.
nancy farnum
nancy farnum
August 15, 2022.
I had a root canal done with Dr.Thomas. It was almost painless,honestly!! This dental practice is TOP NOTCH!
Lisa Myers
Lisa Myers
August 10, 2022.
What a great experience.
Susan Holum
Susan Holum
August 10, 2022.
Going to the dentist isn’t one of my favorite activities but this office always makes it pleasant. Kit does a great job and puts me at ease.

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I have bone loss around some of my teeth. What should I do?2021-08-11T20:30:10+00:00

Periodontal disease has a number of symptoms. In its earliest stages, you might experience bad breath or bleeding when you brush and floss. As the disease progresses, however, bone loss is likely. This bone loss can lead to all kinds of problems, including loose and lost teeth. In fact, American adults lose more teeth to periodontal disease than any other dental problem.

Periodontal disease is a treatable disease, not a curable one. We recommend evaluations that include radiographs (x-rays) and charting over time to determine the extent of bone loss and decide which methods are best for treating the disease in each individual case.

Treatment for Periodontal Disease

Treatment can involve deep cleanings and/or periodontal laser therapy, both of which our office offers. We recommend you stay on a 3- to 4-month recall for periodontal maintenance so we can examine and stay on top of the disease.

If you have lost teeth and need to replace them, dental implants are a highly effective solution – especially because they help stop the process of bone loss! If you have already lost bone, however, it may not be possible to place an implant. This can be solved with bone grafting, and if you are a candidate, we will be sure to discuss all your options with you so you can make an informed decision about your health.

(843) 762-1234

113 Wappoo Creek Drive, Suite 5 Charleston SC 29412

Johns Island Dental

(843) 559-3135

3201 Maybank Hwy, Johns Island, SC
29455

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James Island Dental Associates and Johns Island Dental Associates provide general dentistry, family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and restorative dentistry along with the most advanced dental technology.  We service Charleston, James Island, Johns Island, West Ashley for all your dental care needs.

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