Bone Grafting in Austin, TX

At Glauser Family Dentistry, we prioritize the health of your jawbone to support a strong, healthy smile. Bone grafting restores and enhances jawbone structure, essential for dental implants and addressing bone loss.

Why Bone Grafting is Important

Bone grafting is a common procedure used to rebuild the bone in your jaw, often necessary before dental implants or to repair bone loss caused by periodontal disease. Conveniently located in Austin, we proudly serve patients from Anderson Mill, Jollyville, Balcones Village, and Northwest Hills.

What is Bone Grafting?

Bone grafting is a procedure that restores missing or weakened bone in the jaw, helping to create a stable foundation for dental implants or other restorative treatments. When a tooth is lost or gum disease progresses, the jawbone can deteriorate, leading to a sunken facial appearance and complications with future dental work.

Types of Bone Grafts:

• Autografts: Bone taken from your own body.
• Allografts: Bone sourced from a donor.
• Xenografts: Bone from an animal, usually bovine.
• Alloplasts: Synthetic bone material.

We will recommend the most appropriate type of bone graft based on your unique dental needs.

When is Bone Grafting Necessary?

Bone grafting may be needed in various situations, including:

• Before Dental Implants: If you’ve experienced bone loss, bone grafting is often necessary to ensure a solid foundation for dental implants.
• After Tooth Loss: Missing teeth can lead to bone atrophy over time. Bone grafting can restore the jaw structure to support future restorations.
• Periodontal Disease: Gum disease can cause bone loss, affecting the stability of your teeth and the overall health of your mouth.

The Bone Grafting Procedure

At Glauser Family Dentistry, our experienced team ensures that your bone grafting procedure is as comfortable and effective as possible. Here’s what to expect:

1. Consultation and Evaluation: We begin with a comprehensive examination, including digital X-rays, to assess the bone structure and determine the best approach.
2. Preparing for the Graft: Local anesthesia or sedation will be used to ensure you are comfortable during the procedure.
3. Placing the Graft: The graft material is carefully placed in the area where bone is needed. Over time, the graft will integrate with your natural bone, creating a stronger foundation.
4. Healing Process: The healing process can take several months, but the results will provide long-lasting support for dental implants or other dental restorations.

Benefits of Bone Grafting

• Restores Jawbone Structure: Bone grafting rebuilds bone, enhancing facial aesthetics and improving the stability of your teeth or implants.
• Prepares for Dental Implants: Ensures that your jaw can securely hold a dental implant for a permanent solution to tooth loss.
• Improves Oral Health: Strengthens areas affected by bone loss due to periodontal disease, ensuring better long-term oral health.

Serving Austin and Surrounding Areas

At Glauser Family Dentistry, we are committed to providing personalized care for every patient. Our office is conveniently located in Austin, and we proudly serve the nearby communities of Anderson Mill, Jollyville, Balcones Village, and Northwest Hills. Whether you need bone grafting before dental implants or to address bone loss from gum disease, we are here to help you restore your smile.