Bone Grafting in New Iberia LA
Major & Minor Bone Grafting
Over a period of time, the jawbone associated with missing teeth atrophies or is reabsorbed. This often leaves a condition in which there is poor quality and quantity of bone suitable for placement of dental implants. In these situations, most patients are not candidates for placement of dental implants.
Today, we have the ability to grow bone where needed. This not only gives us the opportunity to place implants of proper length and width, it also gives us a chance to restore functionality and aesthetic appearance.
Major Bone Grafting
Bone grafting can repair implant sites with inadequate bone structure due to previous extractions, gum disease, or injuries. The bone is either obtained from a tissue bank or your own bone is taken from the jaw, hip, or tibia (below the knee). Sinus bone grafts are also performed to replace bone in the posterior upper jaw. In addition, special membranes may be utilized that dissolve under the gum and protect the bone graft and encourage bone regeneration. This is called guided bone regeneration or guided tissue regeneration.
Major bone grafts are typically performed to repair defects of the jaws. These defects may arise as a result of traumatic injuries, tumor surgery, or congenital defects. Large defects are repaired using the patient’s own bone. This bone is harvested from a number of different sites depending on the size of the defect. The skull (cranium), hip (iliac crest), and lateral knee (tibia) are common donor sites. These procedures are routinely performed in an operating room and require a hospital stay.
In Need of a Bone Graft?
Dr. Boudreaux can utilize bone grafts to make your jawbone more suitable for the placement of dental implants, as well as repair defects of the jaws. Contact us today!
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Dr. Boudreaux and staff were all great! Every visit was a good experience!!
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Staff extremely efficient and so kind. Dr. Boudreaux was Avery professional, kind, caring, and informative. Very interested and concerned with your understanding the procedure and your concerns.
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- Janita D
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Yesterday, my appointment was for 8 am. I was taken immediately and Dr. Boudreaux began the procedure a few minutes later. He explained what was taking place and answered my questions. I am always uptight about dental work and he put me at ease. So far I have not experienced any serious pain and feel good. A friendly, professional setting in the office.
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