It is common to see a loss of bone mass in the alveolar bone (jaw bone) in certain types of patients. Among the main prevalence factors, the most common are related to aging, smoking, unreplaced tooth loss, gum diseases and the wearing of dentures. This loss of bone density is not problematic in all cases but may sometimes require a bone graft and reconstruction to avoid future consequences.
Bone grafting and reconstruction
Why a
Bone Graft?
The main purposes of recommending a bone graft are :
- The removal of bone defects (cysts or tumors).
- The recovery of a so-called normal level of bone mass.
- To facilitate the placement of eventual dental implants.
Dr. David will determine, following a clinical examination and 3D X-rays of your oral cavity, the necessary procedures.
Bone Graft
Procedures
Our team offers several bone grafting techniques selected according to the type of intervention required. One technique for which Dr David has developed expertise is the plasma rich growth factors (PRGF) procedure.
This technique involves taking a small amount of your blood and isolating, by centrifugation, the proteins that stimulate healing and promote bone growth, thus creating PRGF. We create membranes from your blood rather than using artificial membranes. This procedure is carried out at the clinic and, in many cases, replaces regular bone transplantation.
The PRGF is then inserted into the affected area of your gum or bone so that the regeneration and healing process can quickly begin. A very natural technique, the PRGF is not only safer, it also provides faster healing and helps to create more bone or soft tissue than other bone grafting techniques.
In light of its advantages, Dr. David has not hesitated to be ahead of the curve in adopting the technique in his Montreal dental surgery clinic.
For more information on this subject,
do not hesitate to consult Dr. David as well as to visit the BTI Biotechnology Institute website.