
Grafting is a fascinating process in which biological material can take hold and thrive within your mouth. Oral surgeons use this form of procedure regularly within the dental profession, in multiple kinds of tissue. Primarily, this builds up areas where your natural biological material is lacking, due to infection or a process known as reabsorption. This is where the body recovers resources from a part of the area it feels is not healthy enough to continue to maintain.
In the bone of the jaw, this procedure can help in a few different ways. If there has been an infection, there might be areas where this tissue is not dense enough to be able to withstand daily use in chewing and speaking. This can lead to structural issues, so rebuilding the jaw is necessary. Also, if you are looking into the possibility of a dental implant, you may need a bone graft to create a stable enough foundation for use. Today, your Cerritos, CA dentist outlines the process of bone grafting, as well as shows how it can be an effective tool at giving you a strong and lasting smile!
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