Rebuild Your Smile with Bone Grafting in Houston

Expert Care with Dr. Ali Obeidi

Have you lost teeth or been told you don’t have enough bone for dental implants? At Elite Dental Specialists, we offer advanced bone grafting procedures to rebuild and strengthen your jaw—laying the essential foundation for long-term oral health and beautiful tooth replacement.

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Why Bone Grafting May Be Needed

Your jawbone plays a crucial role in supporting your teeth and maintaining the natural shape of your face. However, when teeth are missing, the bone begins to shrink due to lack of stimulation from chewing. Over time, this can lead to:

  • Jawbone deterioration

  • Collapsed facial appearance

  • Shifting or loosening of remaining teeth

  • Difficulty replacing teeth with implants or dentures

Bone grafting is a proven solution that replaces lost bone, improves oral function, and prepares your mouth for dental implants or other restorations.

 Benefits of Bone Grafting

  • Allows for dental implant placement
  • Restores facial volume and lip support
  • Improves fit and comfort of dentures
  • Treats bone loss due to gum disease or extraction
  • Enhances overall oral and systemic health
  • Prevents further dental complications

Bone grafting helps rebuild and strengthen the jawbone lost due to gum disease, aging, or extractions. It creates a solid foundation for dental implants, improves denture fit, and restores facial structure. This treatment also protects against further bone loss and supports long-term oral and overall health.

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Types of Bone Grafting Procedures We Offer

At Elite Dental Specialists, we offer several types of bone grafts depending on your specific needs:

1. Socket Preservation

Performed immediately after a tooth extraction, this procedure fills the empty socket with grafting material to preserve bone volume and shape. It prevents rapid bone loss and preps the site for future dental implants.

2. Ridge Augmentation

When a portion of your jaw ridge has deteriorated or lost density, we can rebuild it using bone grafting material. This improves the shape of your jaw and provides support for full or partial dentures.

3. Sinus Lift (Sinus Augmentation)

If the upper jaw bone beneath the sinuses is too thin for implants, we gently lift the sinus membrane and place bone graft material to create sufficient height. This is often required for implants in the upper back teeth.

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Wonderful staff, great care from everyone. Very knowledgeable dentist and took great care of me. Showed concern for my problems and had answered all my questions. I will return and know that I will be taken care of
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Everyone in their office is so kind and so sweet so understanding we truly found blessings in this office
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Exelente Doctor lo recomiendo 100 x 100 muy amable y sus trabajos exelentes vale la pena
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Dr. Ali was amazing!!! I had been needing a canine exposure for a couple of months now, and my orthodontist had repeatedly stated that the success rate of pulling down one of my canines was 20%. When I met Dr. Ali, he was concerned, but determined. The surgery was difficult and lengthy, but he managed to do it! He was very considerate of how I was feeling before, during, and after the procedure. In addition, he also stayed in touch with me afterwards, just in case issue arose at home, and encouraged me to call him whenever needed. When I returned to my orthodontist two weeks after the surgery, she remarked that my wounds looked as if they had been healing for months! That truly showed me how exceptional Dr. Ali’s work was. I feel incredibly honored and blessed.
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Great dentist! Friendly and does great quality work for implants. Couldn’t even tell which tooth was an implant.
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Dr. Obeidi is very professional and kind and he does his job very well. I really love him and all his staff.
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Fantástico dr obeidi y elysia muy buen trabajo. Gracias Doctor
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In this fast-paced world where everyone is moving at rocket speed, it's hard to find service providers who make you feel like you're their only customer. Such has been my experience with Elite Dental Specialists. The customer service at Elite Dental was so personalized that I often felt like, "I must be their only patient." From the moment I walked through the door for my first appointment until now, Elite Dental—from Dr. Obeidi to every member of his team—has been deeply attentive to my needs, concerns, and questions. The team has always returned my calls, responded to my text message questions, and kept me fully informed on all matters relevant to my situation. Best wishes to Elite Dental Specialists!
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I saw Elite Dental Specialists on the Deborah Ducan show. I called and scheduled an appointment. The staff greeted with warth and compassion. I was full of shame, embarrassment and dentist anxiety of what someone may think of me. When Dr. Obeidi walked inn and ask me what can we do for you?; I burst into tears he spoke to me in a comforting tone to ease my stressful teary fears and I am going to give you a beautiful smile. Robert the financial assistant help me with finding the right plan that I could work with which gave confidence that I was doing the right rhing for my health The staff was very attentive to my needs. They continuously check on me throughout the entire consultation. I left there with the confidence to improve my health. Thank you Elite Dental Specialists.❣💖😍 They deserve 20 star review, Elite Dental is change lives.
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Bone Grafting for Dental Implants

Many implant candidates are told they lack the bone necessary to support long-term restorations—but bone grafting can change that.

Whether your tooth was removed recently or years ago, grafting helps:

  • Rebuild lost bone
  • Maintain proper ridge width and height
  • Ensure future implant success

     

For some patients, grafting can be done the same day as implant placement. Others may need 3–6 months of healing before proceeding. During your consultation, Dr. Obeidi will use 3D CBCT scans to determine the best approach for your smile.

Bone Grafting FAQ

1. How much does bone grafting cost in Houston, TX?

Bone grafting costs vary depending on the type of graft, the amount of bone needed, and whether it’s combined with another procedure like implant placement. In Houston, bone grafting may range from $400 to $4,000, depending on complexity (socket preservation vs. ridge augmentation vs. sinus lift). At Elite Dental Specialists, you’ll receive a detailed treatment plan and transparent pricing during your consultation.

2. Do I really need a bone graft before dental implants?

You may need a bone graft if you’ve experienced bone loss from tooth extraction, gum disease, trauma, or long-term tooth loss. Dental implants require strong, stable bone for long-term success. Bone grafting helps rebuild the foundation, ensuring your implants look natural, feel comfortable, and last for decades.

3. What type of bone graft is best for my situation?

Dr. Obeidi offers several advanced grafting techniques—including socket preservation, ridge augmentation, and sinus lift surgery. The best option depends on your jawbone height, width, density, and your long-term treatment goals. A 3D CBCT scan during your consultation helps us determine the most predictable and effective method.

    4. How long does bone grafting take to heal?

    Most bone grafts heal within 4–6 months, although larger grafts or sinus lifts may require additional time. As your graft heals, new bone forms and strengthens the area. Once fully integrated, the site is ready for dental implant placement or other restorations.

    5. Is bone grafting painful or invasive?

    Bone grafting is generally minimally invasive, and most patients report only mild soreness afterward. We use local anesthesia and offer sedation options—including oral, IV sedation, and nitrous oxide—to ensure your visit is comfortable. Most people return to normal activities within a day or two.

    6. Can a bone graft and dental implant be done on the same day?

    In many cases, yes. If the extraction site or area has enough healthy bone for initial stability, bone grafting can be performed during the same appointment as implant placement. For patients with more advanced bone loss, staged grafting may be recommended to ensure the highest level of implant success.

    7. Does insurance cover bone grafting procedures?

    Coverage varies by insurance plan, but many PPO dental policies offer partial coverage, especially when bone grafting is medically necessary for implant placement or to restore bone loss. Our team will review your benefits, estimate your coverage, and provide financing options if needed to keep treatment affordable.

    Start Rebuilding Your Smile Today

    If you’ve been told you don’t have enough bone for implants, or if you’ve experienced tooth loss, it’s not too late. With bone grafting from Elite Dental Specialists, we can restore what’s missing—so you can move forward with confidence.

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