Rebuild Your Smile with Bone Grafting
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.
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.
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.
Your Smile is in Good Hands
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.
ELITE DENTAL SPECIALISTS – EXPERT CARE. BEAUTIFUL RESULTS.