Osuna Dental Care

A bone graft for dental implants helps create a strong, stable foundation for your new tooth. When tooth loss leads to bone loss in the jaw, a graft restores bone density and ensures your implant will securely fuse in place.

At Osuna Dental Care in Albuquerque, NM, Dr. Christopher Graham and our experienced team offer bone grafting when needed as part of your dental implant treatment plan. Our goal is to help you restore both your smile’s appearance and full function with lasting results.

📞 Call (505) 884-1989 to schedule your implant consultation today.

What Is Bone Grafting?

Bone grafting is a procedure that rebuilds or strengthens areas of the jaw where bone has weakened or deteriorated. This often happens after tooth loss, gum disease, or injury. The bone graft acts as a scaffold, encouraging your body to regenerate new, healthy bone tissue.

Good candidates for a bone graft include patients who:

• Have been missing teeth for a while

• Have experienced bone loss due to gum disease

• Are planning to get dental implants but lack sufficient jawbone support

When Is Bone Grafting Needed for Implants?

Not every dental implant patient requires a bone graft. During your evaluation, we’ll use X-rays or 3D scans to check your bone density and volume.

You may need a bone graft if:

• The jawbone is too thin or soft to hold an implant

• There’s significant bone loss after missing teeth

• You’ve had long-term tooth or gum disease

Bone grafting ensures your dental implants will integrate properly and last for years.

How Bone Grafting Works

The procedure involves placing bone material — either from your body or a safe, biocompatible source — into the area where bone loss has occurred. Over the next few months, the graft fuses with your natural bone, rebuilding strength and volume.

Once healed, your jawbone is ready for implant placement. This step significantly improves the success rate and longevity of dental implants.

Recovery and Aftercare

Mild swelling or tenderness is common after a bone graft, but most patients recover quickly with proper care. We’ll provide detailed aftercare instructions, which typically include:

• Eating soft foods for a few days

• Avoiding smoking and sugary drinks

• Maintaining gentle oral hygiene

• Taking prescribed medications as directed

Most patients are able to return to normal activities within a few days.

Alternatives to Bone Grafting

For patients who want full-arch dental implants but have low bone density, alternative solutions such as All-on-4 or zygomatic implants may be available. These techniques use strategic implant placement to avoid or minimize the need for bone grafting.

Schedule a Consultation

If you’re wondering whether you need a bone graft before dental implants, we can help.
Visit Osuna Dental Care for a thorough evaluation and customized treatment plan.

📍 5900 Cubero Dr NE, Suite B, Albuquerque, NM 87109
📞 Call (505) 884-1989 or request an appointment online today.