Bone grafting and regeneration are techniques used
to restore and strengthen the underlying support of the teeth so they can function longer. Bone loss with Periodontal Disease
can occur throughout the mouth, or can be localized around one tooth.
In this procedure, the disease-causing bacteria is removed from under the
gum tissue. Freeze dried synthetic or cadavaeric bone is inserted into bony defects which forms a foundation for the regeneration
of your supporting tissues.
Sometimes,
a collagen, resorbable membrane is inserted to keep gum tissue away from the tooth and underlying bone. This permits
the re-growth of new bone and inhibits soft tissue growth into the bone graft which provides additional stability of the tooth.
Without treatment, bone loss may advance, resulting in possible
tooth loss.
