Bone Grafting in Banff
Building a strong foundation for future treatment. Bone grafting at Rocky Mountain Dental prepares the jaw for a dental implant or other restorative procedure, strengthening the bone where it is needed most.
About Bone Grafting
Bone grafting is a surgical procedure that involves taking bone, or a bone substitute material, and grafting it onto the jawbone, often performed to prepare the jaw for a dental implant. This newly grafted bone builds up the jaw, making it stronger and ready for an implant or another restorative procedure. Dr. Khattra has offered bone grafting at our Banff clinic for the past 11 years and continues to pursue extensive training in the field.
What Is a Dental Bone Graft
A dental bone graft adds volume and density to an area of the jaw that has lost bone, often due to a missing tooth, gum disease, or an old extraction. The graft material fuses with your existing bone over time, creating a stronger, more stable foundation that can support a future implant or restoration.
Who This Helps
Bone grafting may be recommended for a range of patients.
- Patients with insufficient bone density for a dental implant
- Patients who have had a tooth missing for an extended period
- Patients recovering from gum disease that has affected the jawbone
- Anyone preparing for implant placement after a recent extraction
- Patients whose jawbone has thinned due to long term denture wear
What Is Included
- A consultation and imaging to assess your jawbone density
- A clear explanation of whether grafting is necessary for your treatment goals
- The grafting procedure itself, performed under local anaesthetic
- A healing period allowing the graft to fuse with your existing bone
- Follow up visits to monitor healing before any further treatment
Why Choose Rocky Mountain Dental for This
Bone grafting requires precision and experience, and Dr. Khattra brings over a decade of specific restorative and bone grafting experience to every case. We take the time to explain why grafting is being recommended and how it fits into your broader treatment plan, whether that is a future implant or another restorative goal.
What to Expect at Your Visit
- A consultation and imaging to evaluate your current bone density.
- A clear explanation of the grafting procedure and what it will achieve.
- The graft procedure performed comfortably under local anaesthetic.
- A healing period to allow the graft to fuse with your natural bone.
- A follow up visit to confirm healing before moving to the next stage of treatment.
Recovery and Aftercare
Healing time after a bone graft varies depending on the size of the graft and your individual healing response, often taking several months before the area is ready for further treatment such as an implant. Mild swelling or discomfort in the days following the procedure is normal and manageable, and we provide clear aftercare instructions to support healing.
Related Treatments
Bone grafting is often a preparatory step before dental implant placement. Patients exploring tooth replacement options may also want to discuss dentures as an alternative that does not require bone grafting.
Cost of Bone Grafting
The cost of bone grafting depends on the size of the area being treated and the materials used. For an accurate estimate based on your situation, please contact our team for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a dental bone graft?
A dental bone graft adds bone material to an area of the jaw that has lost density, creating a stronger foundation for a future dental implant or other restorative procedure.
How do dentists perform a bone graft?
The procedure involves placing graft material into the affected area of the jawbone under local anaesthetic, allowing it to fuse with your natural bone over time.
Can a regular dentist do a bone graft, or do I need a specialist?
Bone grafting can be performed by an experienced general dentist with specific training in the procedure, such as at Rocky Mountain Dental, though some complex cases may be referred to a specialist.
How long does it take to recover from a bone graft?
Initial healing typically takes a few weeks, though full fusion of the graft with your natural bone can take several months before further treatment proceeds.
Do I need a bone graft before getting a dental implant?
Not always. A bone graft is only recommended when imaging shows insufficient bone density to support an implant on its own.
Book Your Appointment
Preparing for a future implant or restoration? Book a consultation and our team will assess whether bone grafting is the right step for your treatment plan.
