Why Bone Grafts Are Needed in implant Dentistry
When a tooth is lost, the jawbone in that area starts to shrink. Over time, this bone loss makes it difficult to place an implant securely. Bone grafts restore the missing bone volume so implants can be placed successfully and last long term.
Types of Bone Grafts Used in Dentistry
1. Autografts (Your Own Bone)
Pros: Gold standard, living cells, excellent integration, no immune reaction.
Cons: Requires second surgery, more discomfort, limited quantity.
2. Allografts (Donor Bone from a Tissue Bank)
Pros: No second surgical site, readily available, safe, predictable.
Cons: Lacks living cells, slower integration.
3. Xenografts (Animal Bone, Usually Bovine or Porcine)
Pros: Very strong scaffold, excellent volume stability, useful in sinus lifts.
Cons: Slower healing, some hesitation about animal sources.
4. Alloplasts (Synthetic Bone)
Pros: Unlimited supply, no disease risk, safe for patients preferring non-biological.
Cons: Less natural integration, often used with other grafts.
5. Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) as a Complement
Pros: Natural, accelerates healing, reduces swelling, lowers infection risk.
Cons: Not a graft by itself, requires centrifuge technology.
Which Bone Graft Is Best?
It depends on your situation: bone volume, health history, and personal preference. At Dent Blanche Dental, we customize treatment and often combine grafts with platelet rich fibrin PRF for the best outcomes.
Conclusion
Bone grafting opens the door to implants that can last a lifetime. Whether using your own bone, donor bone, animal bone, or synthetic material, each graft type has its role. And with platelet rich fibrin PRF, recovery becomes smoother, faster, and more predictable.
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