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Imagine your jaw as the foundation of a house: strong, stable, and ready to hold everything in place. When that foundation weakens, bone grafting is the repair that makes it solid again.
Leading that renovation is a St. James dentist at Smith Haven Dental. With a few simple steps, we can restore strength, prepare your mouth for implants if needed, and help your smile stay supported for the long haul.
Bone grafting isn’t just one thing. It’s a few well-orchestrated steps designed to give your jaw the support it needs. Here’s what you can expect:
We check your jaw and overall oral health with imaging to see exactly how much bone you have and what your next steps should be.
Not at all! The evaluation is non-invasive and usually just involves X-rays, scans, and a quick check-in.
Before any grafting, we make sure your gums and teeth are ready. If necessary, we may address other oral health issues first.
We may need to address gum health first. Healthy gums give the graft the best chance to succeed.
Bone material—synthetic or from your body or a donor—is placed where it’s needed. This sets the stage for a stronger jaw.
Yes, the material integrates with your natural bone over time.
Care doesn’t stop when you leave the office. Follow-up visits help us make sure everything is integrating properly.
Usually a few months, enough time for the bone to settle in and strengthen.
We check your jaw and overall oral health with imaging to see exactly how much bone you have and what your next steps should be.
Not at all! The evaluation is non-invasive and usually just involves X-rays, scans, and a quick check-in.
Bone material—synthetic or from your body or a donor—is placed where it’s needed. This sets the stage for a stronger jaw.
Yes, the material integrates with your natural bone over time.
Before any grafting, we make sure your gums and teeth are ready. If necessary, we may address other oral health issues first.
We may need to address gum health first. Healthy gums give the graft the best chance to succeed.
Care doesn’t stop when you leave the office. Follow-up visits help us make sure everything is integrating properly.
Usually a few months, enough time for the bone to settle in and strengthen.
Not everyone needs a bone graft, but it’s a handy tool when your jawbone needs reinforcement. Common reasons include:
Chronic inflammation from advanced gum disease (periodontitis) can eat away at bone, leaving teeth unsupported.
To place a tooth implant securely, you need enough healthy bone. If there isn’t enough, a graft can make the area implant-ready.
Injuries that damage the jawbone may require grafting to restore structure and strength.
Bone grafting is a little boost for your jaw that pays off in big ways:
You don’t have to power through anxiety. We offer nitrous oxide (laughing gas) to help you feel calm, relaxed, and in control throughout your visit. It’s safe, quick, and wears off fast, so you can get on with your day.
From same-day crowns to 3D printing, we use the latest tech to make visits faster, easier, and more precise. But don’t worry, we never lose that old-fashioned personal touch.
We don’t believe in “hopeless cases.” No matter where you’re starting from, we’ll find a way to help you eat, talk, and smile with confidence. Because every smile deserves a second chance.
Think of bone grafting as a little home improvement for your smile. Our Nesconset dentist handles the technical stuff while you enjoy the results (and maybe even a little extra confidence in the process). Call, click, or stop at Smith Haven Dental, and we’ll get started.