Bone Grafting
Major & Minor Bone Grafting
Over a period of time, the jawbone associated with missing teeth atrophies or is reabsorbed. This often leaves a condition in which there is poor quality and quantity of bone suitable for placement of dental implants. In these situations, most patients are not candidates for placement of dental implants.
Today, we have the ability to grow bone where needed. This not only gives us the opportunity to place implants of proper length and width, it also gives us a chance to restore functionality and aesthetic appearance.
Major Bone Grafting
Bone grafting can repair implant sites with inadequate bone structure due to previous extractions, gum disease or injuries. The bone is either obtained from a tissue bank or your own bone is taken from the jaw, hip or tibia (below the knee). Sinus bone grafts are also performed to replace bone in the posterior upper jaw. In addition, special membranes may be utilized that dissolve under the gum and protect the bone graft and encourage bone regeneration. This is called guided bone regeneration or guided tissue regeneration.
Major bone grafts are typically performed to repair defects of the jaws. These defects may arise as a result of traumatic injuries, tumor surgery, or congenital defects. Large defects are repaired using the patient’s own bone. This bone is harvested from a number of different sites depending on the size of the defect. The skull (cranium), hip (iliac crest), and lateral knee (tibia), are common donor sites. These procedures are routinely performed in an operating room and require a hospital stay.
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William J. Cho D.D.S., M.S.
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Dr. William Cho is one of the very best surgeons I have had the pleasure of meeting. Dr. Cho’s surgical performance is above reproach, and his genuine concern for his patient’s dental health is extraordinary. I recommend all patients who require advanced dental work to seek out Dr. Cho and I recommend his services with whole-hearted exuberance..
- Jeff R
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All of my visits to Dr. Cho's office have been wonderful. I had a fair amount of trepidation about my first implants. I was surprised by the straightforward nature of the process, and pleased with how Dr. Cho minimized the discomfort of the necessary extraction and bone grafting. The professional, pleasant demeanor of the entire staff makes everything comforting and nice.
- James F
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Great if you need this kind of Dr.
- Deborah L
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Dr. Cho and staff are very knowledgeable and professional. They take very good care of their patients and always follow up.
- Ana K
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Because of the covid19 I was really in trouble with an infected tooth around a 12 yr old implant. I was happy Dr Cho called in an antibiotic as soon as I called him. I did have to wait until he had a day where his staff was scheduled in the office. All went well with his gentleness and expertise. Thank you Dr. Cho!!
- Jona S
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I had an extraction and bone grafting. The whole procedure was performed quickly and professionally. My prescriptions were at the my local CVS on the way home. Very minimal discomfort for an extraction. Overall a pleasant experience as far as dental visits go. The staff was friendly and all questions were answered.
- Todd C
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Wonderful experience Dr Cho is awesome
- gibrahn v