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bone grafting
Bone grafting is a procedure done that involves taking bone tissue from one part of the body and adding it to another area that requires additional support. In the world of oral surgery, this may be necessary to add more strength to your jawbone, such as to prep for
dental implants or to provide better support after a traumatic injury. If you have been told you need this procedure done, you may have a few questions about what to expect. Your
Charlottesville VA, oral surgery team is here to help explain what you can expect when having this procedure done.
When you lose your natural teeth, this could cause the loss of mass and density in the jaw. These weakened structures could limit your ability to receive dental implants, and could also cause an older appearance. With our team at 
When patients are approved for prosthodontic work with dental implants, they can look forward to many advantages over other treatment options. A dental implant provides stability for a replacement tooth that mimics the support our natural teeth receive from their roots. When you bite and chew, the implant stimulates the jawbone and keeps it healthy, and its location and position will actually help stabilize neighboring teeth. Unfortunately, not everyone can move straight into plans to receive a dental implant. One concern is that jawbone deterioration after tooth loss has already occurred to the point where the placement process will be difficult. In this situation,