Dental Bone Grafts in Anchorage, AK
Improve facial structure & improve the results of tooth restorations.
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Missing teeth? Unsure and worried about the appearance and health of your smile?
At Chugach Dental, we offer a variety of tooth restoration options, including dental implants. However, if you’ve lived with missing teeth for years or if your existing teeth are severely decayed, there’s a chance a dental bone graft may be needed to create a healthy, solid, and stable foundation for an implant.
If a partial denture or a bridge is not ideal, sometimes implants are a better solution. Bone grafting might be needed after an extraction or to best accommodate a dental implant. Unlike dentures, implants are:
- Much more durable
- Require much less maintenance
- Can be brushed just like natural teeth
- Preserve your facial structure
- Allow you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence
If you’re missing teeth, are interested in dental implants, or are looking for an alternative to dentures, talk to Dr. Adam Jensen. Get your tooth implant consultation at our Anchorage, AK office. Call us at (907) 868-3000 to get started.
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When is a dental bone graft needed?
Implants are a marvel of modern dental technology. When skillfully crafted and placed, they’re nearly as strong, stable, and durable as a natural tooth. However, to maximize the success of an implant procedure, there must be a solid foundation of healthy bone.
When teeth are lost, the bone beneath them begins to erode and dissolve, a process known as resorption. Eventually, the jaw bone is no longer strong enough to support an implant. In this case, the bone must be strengthened and restored with a graft.
A dental bone graft is not always needed prior to an implant procedure.
Only through a thorough examination using high-tech digital imaging equipment can your dentist determine if a dental bone graft is needed.
Questions about how to best restore missing teeth? Call (907) 868-3000 to get a second opinion and learn about dental implants at Chugach Dental in Anchorage.
What causes bone loss in the jaw?
Bone loss is most commonly seen as a result of lost teeth. While the jaw bone holds the roots of your teeth in place, the roots of your teeth help preserve the structure of your jaw bone as well. When teeth are lost, the result is a slow, steady, and irreversible loss of bone structure.
In addition to lost teeth, the bone structure may be compromised and damaged as a result of:
- Osteoporosis
- Mineral deficiencies
- Genetics
- Facial injury
Our dental implant procedure…
- Dr. Adam Jensen starts with a thorough exam of your teeth, gums, and bone structure
- If needed, a bone graft may be performed to prepare for the implant procedure
- After the bone graft has healed, the implant will be placed into the jaw bone
- A custom crown, bridge, or denture will be bonded atop the implant to complete the restoration
How long does it take a bone graft to heal?
It varies from person to person but most patients will be fully recovered from a bone graft procedure in about four months.
What happens if I get an implant without a bone graft?
Without the support of strong and healthy bone structure, a dental implant is more likely to fail long term.
Does a bone graft require general anesthesia?
No, you usually do not need to be “asleep” for a bone graft. In most cases, a local anesthetic is sufficient to ensure your comfort.
Where does the bone come from?
In most cases, sterilized donor bone is used in place of harvesting your own bone, reducing pain from a second surgery site. Eventually, your own bone grows and replaces the graft.
Payment and Insurance
We are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Delta Dental, Aetna, Cigna, United Concordia, MetLife, and more. We’ll file paperwork, explain what’s covered, and help you maximize your insurance benefits.
We do not accept Medicaid or Medicare insurance.
Have a question about how much the dental services you need will cost with insurance? Call our Anchorage dentist's office today at (907) 318-7214.
No insurance? No problem.
Chugach dental offers a variety of payment options, including 0% interest from CareCredit. You may also be interested in our Healthy Smile Club which starts at $52.52/month ($49.04 for kids 12 and under) and includes cleanings, exams, discounts on treatments, and a whole lot more.
If you don’t have dental insurance, don’t worry. We’re here to help.
Our Anchorage Dental Office
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Address: 9138 Arlon St. Ste. B3, Anchorage, AK 99507
Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 8AM - 4PM
Phone: (907) 868-3000
Email: info@chugachdental.com
Find us near Abbott Road and Lake Otis Parkway in Anchorage.
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Learn more about the latest in high-tech dental bone grafts. Schedule your appointment at Chugach Dental today.
