Types of Dental Bone Grafts

Dental bone grafting can be performed using different types of grafting materials. The type used depends on the patient’s condition, the amount of bone loss, and the treatment goal.

An experienced oral surgeon specializing in jaw bone graft procedures will recommend the best option based on your needs.

Autograft (Your Own Bone)

An autograft uses bone taken from another area of the patient’s body.

Common donor area is the jaw bone, usually around the surgical area but can be from other areas as well. 

Because the graft comes from the patient, it has excellent compatibility and healing potential.

Allograft (Donor Bone)

An allograft uses processed bone from a human donor.

This type of graft is commonly used in dental procedures because it avoids the need for a second surgical site while still promoting bone regeneration. This bone is taken from a cadaver and is free-dried and radiated to eliminate nearly all bacteria. This bone acts as a scaffold for your body to regenerate your own bone. This bone becomes resorbed and replaced with your own natural bone 2-6 months, sometimes longer, after it is placed. 

Xenograft (Animal Bone)

A xenograft is derived from animal bone, usually bovine (cow) sources.

The material is processed to ensure safety and acts as a scaffold for new bone growth. It takes longer to resorb than human bone and acts as a scaffold to prevent resorption in areas with muscular pull like the cheek. It also becomes resorbed by the body over the following 6-12 months or longer and is replaced with your bone. 

Choosing the Right Bone Graft Specialist

The success of bone graft procedures depends heavily on the skill and experience of the oral surgeon.

When choosing a dental bone graft clinic near Coral Springs or Boca Raton, patients should look for:

• board-certified oral surgeons
  • advanced imaging technology
  • experience with dental implants and graft procedures
  • strong patient reviews

Consultation

If you are considering dental implants and need expert care, schedule a consultation with a dental bone graft specialist serving Coral Springs, Boca Raton, and Parkland, Florida.