Bone graft
Bone graft
The basic condition of implantation, a.k.a. tooth root implantation is the existence of adequate bone quality and quantity. Where it is found during the CT analysis and the thorough examinations that the available bone volume is not sufficient, or the sinus mucous membrane is too close, or the nerve running in the lower jawbone might be damaged when inserting the implant of the sufficient size - we need to perform bone graft which can be simultaneously done with the tooth root implantation.
Bone graft is associated with sinus lift when it comes to the upper jawbone and the molar region. During the operation, the oral surgeon raises the gum tissue then forms a small window on the bone, through which he/she pushes up the sinus membrane using specially designed instruments. The space where the sinus was is filled with bone graft material. In certain cases, this window is covered with absorbable membrane when the original sinus membrane is too vulnerable. When the bone graft is done, the implantation can be performed approximately after six months of healing time.
