Bone Grafts

A bone graft is a surgical procedure that is usually performed in cases where there is insufficient bone in the jaw to place dental implants. Bone grafts help to replace any missing bone if required. The procedure involves grafting or transplanting bone tissue from bone substitute materials or your own bone from other areas.

Bone grafting can be extremely beneficial in building up the bone in areas where the lack of bone may preclude the ability to place dental implants.

Mr Aakshay Gulati offers a thorough consultation in order to decide which type of bone graft will be used. He will also be able to discuss how the procedure will be performed, what to do before the surgery and how to ensure the best after care.

The procedure After care Sinus Lift

The Procedure

The bone grafting procedure is usually performed under local anaesthetic, and will be painless. An incision will be made into the gums where the graft is required. The area is packed with the bone graft material and closed with stitches. Sometimes (depending on the available bone), it may be possible to place an implant at the same time as performing the bone graft. On other occasions, a healing period of a few months may be required prior to embarking on the implant procedure.

After care

During your consultation, Mr Aakshay Gulati will give you a thorough guide of your recovery time depending on the size of the graft and other factors. .

If you are interested in scheduling an appointment with Mr Aakshay Gulati for a bone graft procedure then contact us to book in to discuss this further.

 

Sinus Lift

If you’ve worn dentures for an extended period of time in your upper jaw, the bone will have receded, rendering it difficult to undergo implant treatment and giving your face a sunken appearance. A sinus lift makes use of the contours of your face to provide a second chance at the functionality and reliability of dental implants.

1. Prior to the procedure, a number of tests will be run to ensure the suitability of the sinuses, which may include panoramic radio scans and CT scans.
2. Similarly to a bone graft procedure, there are several options for the new bone material: from the patient, from other tissue sources (human or animal), or synthetic. Your dentist will advise which will be best for you.
3. The sinus lift procedure will be performed by the dentist while you are under general anaesthetic.
4. After a period of time, the site will be healed and ready for implants.

A sinus lift is a safe and clinically proven procedure and when completed with expertise and care it will provide the best, most stable base for life changing implant surgery. As with any surgical procedure, at our practice we ensure that you understand all aftercare instructions and we will check back with you regularly to ensure that the healing is going smoothly.