Bone Length is OK but Bone Width Is Not on My Lower Jaw: Do I Need I Graft?
Meadow asks:
I would like to get a 3 dental implant bridge on the lower jaw. I was told I have enough bone length but not enough width. Is it true that now I will need a bone graft on my entire jaw, or do I only need it in certain areas where the bone is thin? I would also love to know what the average cost of a bone graft per quadrant is. Thanks
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Bone Length is OK but Bone Width Is Not. Do I Need I Graft?
Dear Meadow:
The short answer is Yes.
Implants need to be surrounded by bone and the standard implant measures close to 4 millimeters in width, so if you want implants in an area that is deficient in width, it needs to be grafted. Normally you do not have to graft all the jaw, only the deficient areas where you need to place the implants.
As far as the average cost of grafting, there is a very wide range of prices depending on the type of graft you need. I would suggest getting a couple of estimates from experienced surgeons in your area once they get a chance to look at you.
Good luck!
Carlos A. Boudet, DDS, DICOI
http://boudetdds.com/
Narrow Alveolar Ridge
Hello Meadow
An implant should be surrounded by 2mm a quality bone to assure survival and osseointegration. Since each implant requires this support you will need a surgeon with a track record of success in speading the bone, splitting the ridge and/or grafting the site (expanding bone volume).
These may be two stage procedures or might be achieved at the time of implant placement. I've successfully expanded sites with simultaneous implant placement using the Meissinger Bone Management System.Educate yourself and get second opinions.
Good Luck!
Theodore Grossman DMD
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Dental Options
(305) 466-1804
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