Ian asks:
I have 2 missing #29 #30 right lower jaw. Oral surgeon seeing the x-ray film and exam suggested I get 2 dental implants plus bone-graft as the width is not satisfactory. He mentions different types of graft including, c-graft. What is c-graft? What is the best bone graft to use? What is the failure rate for bone grafting?
Answered by: Dr. Michael Tischler Woodstock, NY
Website: http://www.tischlerdental.com/
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Dear Ian,
Bone grafting for dental implants when done correctly is very predictable. The failure rate is very low when the correct parameters of grafting are performed, the right material is used, and the patient follows home care instructions and doesn't smoke.
In my office I utilize a Cone Beam CT to analyze the amount of bone needed for grafting. This ensures a correct treatment plan.
With regards to the type of graft material that should be used: In a larger graft, it is advantageous to use a material that assists in bone growth. The grafting product should have what is called osteoinductivity. The only products that offer osteoinductivity is a persons own bone or demineralized freeze dried bone allograft ( DFDBA). In my office I have utilized DFDBA putties for many years with much success in larger defects. The C graft product you mention is derived from Sea Allgae and is not osteoinductive.
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