Bone Grafting
Major & Minor Bone Grafting
Missing teeth over a period of time can cause your jaw bone to atrophy, or resorb. This often results in poor quality and quantity of bone suitable for the placement of dental implants as well as long term shifting of remaining teeth and changes to facial structure.
Fortunately, today we have the ability to grow bone where it is needed. This not only gives us the opportunity to place implants of proper length and width, but 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 generally obtained from a tissue bank. 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 to protect the bone graft, as well as encourage bone regeneration. This is called guided bone regeneration, or guided tissue regeneration.
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Oral Surgery Associates of Milwaukee, S.C.
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Dr. Kimmel was so thorough explaining the procedure and answering my questions.
- Wendy B
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Very comforting, and professional staff… Overall, a positive experience.
- Sharon H
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Excellent service excellent staff and excellent Dentist!
- Deanna B
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Dr. Wagner and staff were great!
- Judy H
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Great staff, friendly and knowledgeable. Nice location. Overall, good experience.
- Maria A
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Excellent experience from all
- Anonymous
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Dr Kimmel is the best! Extremely thorough and very caring. Highly recommend!
- Bill E
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Great and assuring service. Painless extraction and bone grafting. Looking forward to post "planting" and implanted tooth.
- Robert H
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Great staff and wonderful Dr Kimmel
- Kathleen S