When a dental bone graft successfully integrates and fuses with your natural bone structure, it can last indefinitely, and even for a lifetime in some cases.
What Is the Timeline for a Dental Bone Graft to Heal and Integrate?
A bone graft takes time to heal before it's ready to support a dental implant successfully. Here's the timeline:
- 1 - 2 weeks after placement — Gums and soft tissues heal, and discomfort fades.
- 3 - 6 months after placement — Through a process called osseointegration, the bone graft fuses fully with your jawbone and becomes stable enough to support a dental implant.
- 4 - 9 months — This is the optimal time for implant placement, as it will also need time to heal and integrate with your bone.
A bone graft makes dental implants a reality, even for patients who have suffered bone loss from periodontal disease, trauma, or denture wear.
Were you told in the past you're not a candidate for dental implants due to bone loss? A dental bone graft in Rehoboth Beach, DE, may be the solution you need to restore your smile.
Contact your team at Rehoboth Beach Dental for more information about bone grafting, dental implants, and tooth replacement.