Bone Grafting in Houston, TX
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Contact UsWhat Is Bone Grafting?
The strength of your jawbone is important to your total oral health. With a weakened jawbone from missing or infected teeth or physical trauma, you may require a bone graft so the jaw can accommodate dental implants. Introduced in the mid-80s, guided bone regeneration is a proven technique to regenerate bone before the placement of bridges or implants. Dr. Nicosia was one of the first periodontists to be trained to utilize this technique. There have been many revisions and additions to the procedure since then, through tissue engineering, making these procedures highly predictable. The most significant advancement has been using animal and human growth factors in the graft material, making bone grafts more viable.
At Patrick V. Nicosia D.D.S., M.S., Inc., this surgery is performed to prepare your jaw for subsequent implant surgery to replace missing or weak teeth. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Nicosia at his Houston, TX office to get more information about bone graft surgery.
Benefits of Bone Grafting
A bone graft procedure performed by Dr. Nicosia in Houston, TX can dramatically improve your oral health with a number of great benefits, including:
- Offers multiple treatment options
- Allows you to get dental implants
- Restores facial structure
- Offers safe, effective, and predictable results
- Helps preserve surrounding teeth and bone
- Reduces risks for other oral health issues
- Improves overall oral health
- Provides a sturdy foundation to rebuild a strong, beautiful smile
- Boosts confidence and self-image
Am I A Good Candidate?
You may have a weak jawbone if you have some oral conditions, like gum disease, or if you had a physical trauma to your face. The jawbone may begin to atrophy if a tooth was missing, and it was either untreated or replaced with a removable or cemented restoration instead of a dental implant. Bone graft surgery strengthens and prepares the jaw for a dental implant; however, you'll have to be willing to commit time to the process. Bone grafting can take months to heal, but you'll have a stronger jaw that will not only support your dental implant but also your natural teeth for better overall oral health.
What to Expect from Bone Grafting
The process of your bone graft procedure may vary on the source of the graft and the amount of grafting needed. During your consultative appointment, Dr. Nicosia will discuss your graft options and help you decide on the best plan. Bone grafting as a supplemental or prerequisite procedure is very common, especially if you've had a missing tooth for some time. Types of grafting include an autograft, which uses bone tissue from a patient's body, allograft, which uses bone harvested from another person, xenograft takes bone from an animal, and alloplasty uses a synthetic bone.
When your bone graft is ready, Dr. Nicosia will numb the needed areas and place an incision through the gum tissue to reach the jawbone. Your bone graft will be attached to the jawbone along with proteins and collagen that encourage the graft to attach and grow. The gums will be closed with sutures, and the area will be cleaned.
Patrick V. Nicosia D.D.S., M.S., Inc. Reviews
I have been a patient of Dr Nicosia for 30 years and I am not going anywhere. He treat my family and friends in the best way that no doctor ever has.The best doctor who cares for his patients and who runs an office in a most professional way. He is a perfectionist in his profession and a friend to his patient. We love him and everyone in his office. Thank you Dr Nicosia for keeping our teeth and mouth in such top condition.
I get the best care when I go see Dr. Nicosia. I truly appreciate Dr. Nicosia for his expertise and all the staff for their professionalism and big help! Thank you all so much for taking care of us!
Dr. Nicosia is "go-to" for anything That is unexplainable...he not only explains the issue..of course he remedies the issue! I have been his patient now since 2013 between teeth cleaning with Cindy the hygienist and the assistants of Dr. Nicosia. I see them treating all of their patients with respect and most importantly appreciation.
Been patient for many years. Wonderful!
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