Bone Graft

It can come from the patient, taken from areas such as the back of the lower jaw, or from bone substitutes of bovine or synthetic origin, which are regulated and well established in dentistry. A combination of the two is often used. The choice depends on the volume needed, the area and the clinical evaluation.

It depends on the technique and the extent of the area. Smaller grafts may allow the implant to be placed in the same surgery; larger reconstructions and sinus lifts usually require four to eight months of healing before the implant. The timing is confirmed by a new CBCT scan at the end of that period.

It is an outpatient procedure, performed under local anesthesia, in which the membrane lining the maxillary sinus is raised to receive the graft material. Recovery calls for rest, care when blowing your nose and the prescribed medication. Like any surgery, it carries risks, which are explained at the consultation before the decision.

Yes. The integration of a graft depends on blood supply, the stability of the material, the absence of infection and individual factors such as smoking and systemic diseases. When bone formation falls short of what was expected, the area is reassessed and it may be necessary to repeat or change the technique. That is why imaging follow-up is part of the protocol.