Patient comes to me and needs a tooth extraction, and thinking of doing implants in the future. We do extraction at the same time we fill that hole, which can collapse without the bone. So, we would fill that hole with bone grafts, so that socket is preserved and saved, and when it’s time, which is after, like, two or three months, we would place the implant, and then the patient does not have to worry about doing the procedure again. It’s easy, and simple, and conservative approach to saving the socket space for future.
A Bone Graft Can Help Change Your Life
It’s no secret that dental implants can change a person’s life in a dramatic way. Restoring a patient’s teeth is one of the things we love most. It’s gratifying to see a patient look in the mirror at their new smile for the first time.
If you’re missing teeth and have been told that implants were out of the question because of a weak jawbone, you may not be hopeful that anything can be done. However, Dr. Asma Zia can perform a bone graft procedure to prepare your jaw for implants and new replacement teeth. It’s one of the most common reasons for a graft.
She will insert donor bone or synthetic bone in your jawbone. Over the course of a few months, new bone cells will grow, and your jawbone will become thicker and sturdier. You’ll then be ready for implants. Your implant options include:
- Implant Bridge – Unlike a conventional bridge, this restoration is supported by implants. This means no modification of healthy teeth is needed.
- Implant Dentures – You can choose dentures that you can remove or dentures that stay in place until removed by a dentist.
- All-on-4 Procedure – With this treatment you can get implants and new teeth all on the same day.
Call Smiles & Dental Care today to schedule your consultation: 703-596-1529. Make dental implants a reality with bone grafts in McLean. You can also make an appointment online.