Bone Grafting & Sinus Lifts in Raleigh

Sometimes we see patients at our Raleigh, NC, dental office who want dental implants but lack sufficient bone or space in the jaw to support them. In these cases, we offer advanced procedures like bone grafting and sinus lifts to make their dream of getting implants possible. 

With our wellness-focused approach to dentistry, you can be confident that we prioritize your overall health and well-being while providing the most advanced, effective care available.

Bone Grafting and Sinus Lifts Create Implant Stability

Dr. William Turner might recommend bone grafting if you have insufficient bone density or the position of your sinus interferes with proper implant placement. These procedures aim to create a stronger foundation for your implants to ensure their long-term success.

We can ensure accurate and effective results using leading-edge technology like panoramic x-rays and 3-D cone beam scans to plan and perform both procedures.

Bone Grafting: Strengthening Your Jaw for Implant Success

Bone grafting is a procedure that allows you to get an implant even if you have suffered bone loss in that part of your jaw. This technique helps rebuild and strengthen the jawbone and provides a stable and secure foundation for implant success.

Before beginning the procedure, we numb the treatment area to ensure your comfort. Then we use bone material from your body or a donor source and place it onto existing bone in your jaw. Over time, the grafted material fuses with the natural bone to supplement it and create a strong base to place the implant.

In some cases, we can place a dental implant immediately after grafting; in others, we may need to wait several months for the bone to heal and integrate fully. Dr. Turner will closely monitor the healing process and determine the optimal time for placing your implant.

In cases where there is insufficient bone height in the upper jaw or the sinuses are too close to the implant area, a sinus lift may be necessary. This specialized procedure helps create the necessary bone structure to support implants in the upper jaw and ensure their success.

The procedure involves numbing the treatment area, lifting the sinus membrane, and placing bone graft material beneath it. The bone material gradually fuses with natural bone, creating a thicker and more stable structure that can support implants.

Healing times after a sinus lift varies, but the grafted bone typically takes several months to fully integrate and heal. Once the healing process is complete, the dental implant can be placed securely in the newly formed bone structure.

How We Use Platelet-Rich Fibrin

Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) is a natural and highly effective addition to bone grafting and sinus lift procedures. Derived from your blood, PRF contains growth factors promoting faster healing and better tissue regeneration. 

When used in bone grafting and sinus lift procedures, platelet-rich fibrin can enhance the success of the treatment by speeding up bone growth and reducing post-operative pain. As PRF is created from your blood, it ly safe and natural and aligns with our health-centered approach to dentistry. 

What You Can Expect with Bone Grafting or a Sinus Lift

At Cameron Village Dentistry, we prioritize patient comfort and satisfaction throughout treatment. Our dental team will evaluate your oral health during your initial consultation and determine whether bone grafting or a sinus lift is necessary. We will then discuss the procedure in detail, addressing any questions or concerns you may have.

Our team will utilize the latest techniques and technology throughout the treatment to ensure your comfort and the best possible results. After the procedure, we will provide you with comprehensive post-operative care instructions and schedule follow-up appointments to monitor your progress and ensure the success of your dental implants.

Let’s Get You an Implant!

Cameron Village Dentistry is committed to a whole-body approach to dental care that supports your overall health and well-being. By offering advanced procedures like bone grafting and sinus lifts, we can help you achieve a strong, healthy foundation for your dental implants. 

If you are in the Raleigh area, including Village District, Five Points, Oakwood, Mordecai, Country Club Hills, and North Hills, we would love to help you. Please call today to schedule an appointment.