Bone and Soft Tissue Grafting
Bone and soft tissue grafting are surgical procedures performed to restore lost bone or soft tissue in the mouth, usually due to periodontal disease, tooth loss, trauma, or other factors.
Bone Grafting
Bone grafting is a procedure in which bone material is added to the jaw to replace missing or damaged bone tissue. This can be done using a variety of materials, including synthetic bone, bone from a donor, or bone taken from another area of the patient's body. The graft material is typically placed into the site of the missing or damaged bone, and the body then grows new bone around the graft over time. Dental bone grafting is commonly used to prepare the jawbone for dental implants or to preserve the bone after tooth extraction.
Soft Tissue Grafting
Soft tissue grafting, also known as gum grafting, involves adding gum tissue to areas of the mouth where it has been lost or damaged. This may be necessary if the gums have receded due to periodontal disease or other factors. The tissue used for the graft may be taken from another part of the patient's mouth or from a donor. The graft is placed onto the area of the gum that needs to be restored, and the body then grows new tissue around the graft over time.
Soft tissue grafting can help to improve the appearance of the smile and reduce sensitivity caused by exposed tooth roots.
Both bone and soft tissue grafting are complex procedures that require specialized training and expertise. They can be performed by a periodontist, a dentist who specializes in the treatment of gum disease and other conditions that affect the gums and bone. Your dentist or periodontist can provide guidance on whether bone or soft tissue grafting is appropriate for your individual needs and which type of grafting material may be best for you.
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