When a tooth is extracted, it leaves behind an open socket. The gum tissue will heal and eventually cover the socket. However, the bone tissue that once supported the extracted tooth won’t expand. It tends to shrink instead, which compromises the support for the jaw and nearby teeth.
If you plan to have an implant placed after a tooth extraction, you’ll likely need to undergo bone grafting. Here, we’ll discuss the importance of bone grafting after tooth removal and the grafting options that we offer at Dental Implant Solutionz.
The Importance of Bone Grafting After Extractions
There are several reasons why bone grafting after a tooth extraction is beneficial, including: [Read more…]