Why are bone grafts needed?
Bone grafts are needed when a part of your body is missing bone. This missing portion of bone is frequently called a gbony defecth. Examples of jaw bone defects are: defects surrounding roots of teeth (periodontal defects); defects which occur following tooth extraction; generalized decrease in quantity of jaw bone from trauma or long-term tooth loss; defects surrounding dental implants; defects resulting from cyst or tumor surgery. Maintaining and replacing bone are important for cosmetic success in implant and conventional dentistry.