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Sometimes, bone regeneration might be needed to create a stable base in your jaw for your new dental implants to be fitted.
If you have had missing teeth for several years, you may have suffered some loss of bone in your jaw. This means that your jaw might not now be a strong enough base for dental implants to be fitted.
Other issues with your jawbone may also mean that there isn’t enough bone height, or that your sinuses are too close to the jaw to allow a dental implant to be placed.
If an oral examination reveals there isn’t enough bone height in your upper jaw or the sinuses are very close to the jaw for a dental implant to be placed, this procedure may be an alternative option.
In this procedure, your surgeon will cut gum tissue in the vacant spot left by your back teeth. Gum tissue is raised to expose the bone and a small window in the bone is opened. The membrane which lines the sinus on the other side of this window separates your jaw from the sinus. The membrane is pushed up gently away from the jaw.
The space where your sinus was previously located is filled with granules of bone graft material. When the bone is properly positioned, the tissue is stitched closed. It takes about nine months for grafted material to properly mesh with your bone, after which your implants will be inserted.
Sinus Augmentation is an All-on-4 Procedure completed by ‘tapping’ the sinus membrane up and filling it with granules of bone on the same day as the implant placement.
There may be a situation where you have a defect in your jawbone. If you have inadequate bone, lifting the gum away from the ridge exposes the deformity.
This process is called ridge modification. For improving your appearance once treatment is completed, it is required to first build up the ridge with a bone substitute.
At times, the quality and amount of bone is not enough for stability of the implants and you may need bone grafting on both single implants or All On 4. This can be done at both the time of implant placement or prior to implant placement depending on the case.
If the quality or amount of bone in your jaw isn’t stable enough for dental implants, bone regeneration can make it a strong base.
Bone regeneration allows dental implants to be fitted so that you can benefit from a sturdy, long-term solution which could restore your confidence in your smile.
We know that for many patients, a surgical procedure such as bone regeneration can feel daunting. We’re dedicated to making sure you feel comfortable in every appointment, and we’ll take all the time you need to talk through any worries or concerns you might have. We can also provide sedation if you are very anxious.
At FY Smile, we also have a purpose-built facility for implant procedures and use advanced digital planning technology to ensure high-precision treatment.
Schedule your first appointment at our dental clinic in Double Bay, Sydney to find out how we could help you achieve a natural-looking, more confident smile.
Monday | 9am - 6pm |
Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
Friday | 9am - 6pm |