Bone Grafting in Tucson, AZ

Bone grafting is a minor oral surgery that involves placing bone material into areas of the jaw where bone is insufficient. Over time, your body integrates the graft material and regenerates new bone in its place. This procedure is often necessary when:

• Bone loss has occurred due to missing teeth or gum disease
• You need added support for a dental implant
• You are preparing for procedures like All-on-4 implants or ridge augmentation

Bone grafting helps ensure that your jaw is strong enough to support future restorations and protects against further bone deterioration.

At Ironwood Dental, we use high-quality grafting materials suited to your specific needs. The most common types of bone grafts include:

1. Socket Preservation (Alveolar Ridge Preservation)
   Performed immediately after a tooth extraction to preserve the shape and volume of the socket and surrounding bone.
2. Ridge Augmentation
   Used to increase the width or height of the jawbone where bone has deteriorated over time.
3. Sinus Lift (Sinus Augmentation)
   Adds bone to the upper jaw in the area of the molars and premolars, often necessary before placing implants in the upper back jaw.
4. Minor Bone Grafting for Implant Sites
   Enhances localized bone volume at the implant site to ensure successful long-term stability.

We’ll recommend the right type of graft based on your anatomy, treatment plan, and overall oral health goals.

Bone grafting is typically performed in-office using local anesthesia or sedation for a comfortable experience. The process involves:

1. Evaluation and Imaging
   Using 3D CBCT imaging, we evaluate your bone structure and plan the graft precisely.
2. Graft Placement
   The bone material is placed in the targeted area and secured with a membrane or stitches as needed.
3. Healing Period
   Over the next several months, your body integrates the graft and builds new bone in its place.
4. Follow-Up and Restoration Planning
   Once healing is complete, we can move forward with your planned restoration, such as implant placement or full arch treatment.

Your comfort, safety, and results are our top priorities throughout the entire process.

Dr. Karley Schneider, Dr. Alyssa Holmes, and Dr. Alexander Ordoñez provide expert bone grafting services with a focus on long-term function and esthetics. Whether you're preparing for implant-supported dentures or rebuilding jaw support after tooth loss, our team will guide you through every phase of care with clarity and compassion.

We utilize advanced tools like digital scanning and CBCT imaging to ensure precise diagnosis and optimal results.