Is it possible to get dental bone grafting to add height for dental implants?

Question

I had 5 teeth extracted about 5 years ago and the dentist I recently saw said my jaw bone is not enough to get implants so I asked him about bonegrafting and his reply was there is nothing you can do when there is not enough height in the bone..I was so surprised and upset..I said with all the new stuff they have out these days there is nothing they can do for height?He said no..I have a feeling that is wrong because I have read that you can fix height..Am I right?

Matthew Jensen, DDS · Answer

There are ways to increase height and width to deficient ridges for dental implant placement.  Please consult with an experienced surgeon who can discuss your options.

Juan C. Arroyo, DMD · Answer

Hi and thank you for your question. Fortunately there are new advances in bone grafting techniques that can add the needed bone for implants to be done. Consult with your Oral Surgeon for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan. Make sure that who you choose  for your consult has a Cone Beam  Ct. scan (3D)for a proper diagnosis.
Good Luck to you!!
Dr. Juan C. Arroyo
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:
Unfortunately without phoot and X-ray it is difficult to give you accurate advice.  Generally you can add the height of the bone with block grafting.  My suggestion is to consult with a periodontist or Oral Surgeon.
Best,
Dr. Maddahi

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