Dental Bone Grafting Chestnut Hill, MA

Bone Grafting: Laying the Groundwork for Dental Implants

In order to place a dental implant, there must first be adequate jawbone. Without sufficient bone mass, the dental implant is more likely to fail early or have trouble fusing with the existing bone at all. For this reason, bone grafting is sometimes required before the implant is placed.

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Dental Implants: Will I need bone grafting?

Only a thorough examination in our office can tell us if you will need a bone graft, but here are a few commonly occurring instances that often indicate its necessity:

  • When a tooth has been missing for several months or more. If you lost a tooth or had an extraction and didn’t have an implant or graft placed at the same time, your jawbone has likely deteriorated.
  • You experienced trauma or infection that caused defect in the bone.
  • Missing front teeth. The walls of the front teeth sockets are often very thin and have a difficult time regenerating on their own.
  • Sinus cavities that are very large or low. In this case, a “sinus lift” may be required to help restore the bone height needed for implant placement.
An example of a jaw with inadequate front bone structure to support an implant
1. Inadequate Bone
A depiction of the placed bone grafting material to increase the bone structure
2. Graft Material Placed
A representation of dental implants placed after bone grafting
3. Implants Placed

What is bone grafting?

Bone grafting is a very common procedure during which we implant donated bone (usually from elsewhere in your body) and a special grafting material into the site that needs bulking up. The jaw is then left to heal for several months while your body grows new bone in the area.

A jaw lacking enough bone in the back of the mouth for a dental implant
1. Inadequate Bone
An example of a dental implant after adding jaw structure with bone grafting
2. Graft Material and Implant Placed

Does bone grafting add more time to the implant process?

Yes, it takes several months for new bone to grow in the jaw. Once the bone is adequately rejuvenated, Dr. Bernstein, Dr. Hanratty, Dr. Sterio, Dr. Lock and Dr. Singh can resume the implant process.

What is recovery from bone grafting like?

Bone grafting may cause some post-op soreness for a few days, but typically this mild pain can be managed with over-the-counter medications. Any necessary prescriptions will be discussed at your appointment.

For more details on bone grafting and to find out how soon you can have your implants placed, please give us a call!

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Everyone on the team is totally wonderful, professional, calming, and supportive ... especially Dr. Thomas W. Sterio. Many thanks!

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Clearly a team effort, each having respectful regard. Dr Rory Lock provided efficiency while thoroughly explaining the process. Too, Hannah, Keri and Dr Lock were gracious and patiently ‘illustrated’ the science employed.

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The entire team is extremely professional, friendly, and reassuring. They care about their patients comfort and safety during this insecure time. Best experience at a dentist office ever!

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I love the Office and the Staff they are all very professional and Courteous Dr Bernstein is Excellent. I feel really good he is doing my Procedure.

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Hard to imagine (unless it was free) how the experience could have been any better. Super high quality and attention to detail. Felt very safe and in good hands.

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I am having dental implants & I was very nervous but with the amazing care of Dr. Sabra & his staff it was pretty much painless. They were very caring & put me at ease.

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Dr Tom Sterio, Tanya and the entire team makes the experience pleasant! After all who wants to go to the dentis?

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This office gives you a friendly atmosphere with very helpful and knowledgeable personnel.

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Friendly staff. Caring providers. Quite surprised to receive a check-in call from Dr Hanratty the evening of my procedure.

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I would be remiss if I did not tell you that the Perico group is comprised of the most qualified, professional, courteous and in theses times of a pandemic, compliant to the safety standards set-up by the board of health in MA. I have been fortunate to have received adult orthodontia by Dr. Roger Wise restoring a smile that I did not think was possible and most recently dental bone grafting in preparation for a dental implant due to a fractured tooth. If ever there was any doubt or fear of procedures I would not hesitate to select a group of experienced professionals such as Perico. My thanks to Dr. Wise for your kindness, concern, and years of experience, without doubt you put a smile on my face.

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Great group practice. Thx Dr Bernstein, Jackie, Gia, and support staff.

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All of the staff have been kind, efficient, with a real knack for putting the patient at ease. Dr. Bernstein and the clinical staff were very generous in finding a time to begin my treatment so I would not have to wait too long to have my problem treated. My questions were answered thoroughly and clearly, I was comfortable throughout the procedure and remain comfortable 24 hours later. It is early in my goal of having a dental implant, but I definitely trust Dr. Bernstein and the entire staff to help me realize my goal. I would definitely recommend this surgeon and this group.

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The Perico Group is an outstanding group of dental professionals! They have an amazing office with great technology, however their team is what makes perico fantastic. From my first visit to the most recent their staff was exceptional! I’ve never felt so comfortable in a dental chair! A big thank you to Dr Sterio and his team, I feel like I have a new group of friends!

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