In our most recent dental blog, we took a look at the importance of having missing teeth replaced with dental implants as well as discussed what one could expect from the implant process. Indeed, it is important to act sooner rather than later when seeking dental care of any kind, and in many instances, waiting too long to seek treatment will negatively influence your treatment’s ability to be successful. In today’s blog, your Conroe, TX dentist takes a look at sinus lifts and ridge augmentation to explain how your jawbone can degrade if too much time has passed.
The Purposes of Bone Grafting
When it comes down to it, nobody’s first choice is to lose a natural tooth. After all, the structure is permanent, meaning once it is gone, it is gone for good. Though there are treatments such as implant dentistry that aim to restore the entire crown and root system of a tooth, it is important to recognize that this process is operating on a strict schedule.
To elaborate, the crown and root structure of a tooth are what is responsible for your tooth’s ability to properly absorb the pressure of your bite. When even so much as a single tooth is missing, your entire bite has to shift to accommodate the missing structure. This can lead to strain and other complications, warranting the need for a replacement.
The problem arises, however, in that if you wait too long to seek treatment, you run the risk of your jawbone degrading. This occurs because there is no longer a tooth root present, meaning the area is no longer able to be stimulated. Without this stimulation, the area begins to erode naturally. Contact our team to learn more today.
Understanding the Differences
In order to give your dental implant the best chance of success, our team can provide bone grafting treatment. Bone grafting is the process of rebuilding your jaw structure in preparation to support your dental implant posts.
Depending on the area that needs work, bone grafting can either take the form of a sinus lift or a ridge augmentation. The former primarily involves work on the upper jaw, whereas the latter refers to work on the lower jaw. For more information about this process and how our team can help, give our office a call today.
Laying Foundation for Successful Implant Treatment
Our ultimate goal is to help you prioritize your oral health, and preparing your smile for dental implant support through bone grafting falls into that category. Our team will work with you from the very beginning to make sure that you are well informed about your procedure, and we welcome you to give us a call to learn more.
Learn More Today
Contact The Dental Centre of Conroe in Conroe, TX by calling 936-441-4600 to schedule your next appointment with our office and learn more about the major benefits of and process behind restoring your jaw’s structure with bone grafting.