In order for a dental implant to be successful the patient must have sufficient bone in the jaw to place the implant into. Usually the quality and quantity of bone in the jaw is reflective of how the bone healed after the tooth was removed, and not an underlying medical condition.
It was once assumed that if a patient did not have enough bone in their jaw they would not be suitable for dental implants. Today, thanks to the massive advances in dental techniques and technology patients with insufficient bone in the jaw can have the bone rebuilt using bone grafting.
Bone grafting will only take place after Dr.’s Caffaratti and Cirelli have assessed the quality and quantity of the bone in your jaw and found that there is not enough to continue with a dental implant. Next Dr.’s Caffaratti and Cirelli will discuss the different types of bone graft with you and decide which will be the most suitable for you. Once this has been decided the bone graft can be performed.
Bone grafting procedure
Our Doctors will make an incision at the site of the bone graft and create flap of skin. When the jaw bone is exposed the dentist will place the bone to be grafted into the site and cover it with a protective membrane. This membrane is used to protect the bone from any germs found in the mouth and ensures that the area is perfectly clean to encourage the healing process. Finally the flap of gum is replaced and stitched carefully back into place. Healing time for a bone graft can vary from patient to patient but on average it is around 1- 4 months. Patients are also given a course of antibiotics to take in the days following their bone graft.
In addition to Implant Dentistry, we offer these Sedation services:
• Conscious sedation (IV)
• Nitrous Oxide
• Oral Sedation
Dr.’s Caffaratti and Cirelli also offer a full range of General and Specialty Dentistry Services:
• Tooth-Colored Fillings
• Permanent Bridges
• Dentures and Partial Dentures
• Root Canal Therapy
• Periodontal Treatment
• Dental Implants
• Sinus Lifts
• Oral Rehabilitation
Contact our Greater Reno and Sparks, Nevada Dental Office of Dr.’s Caffaratti and Cirelli to schedule your consultation with our friendly and knowledgeable team of smile experts.