Bone grafting and sinus lift procedures restore lost jawbone volume so dental implants have enough support to integrate and last.
Bone loss is common after teeth are lost or with gum disease. A graft adds bone material to the deficient area; a sinus lift specifically raises the sinus floor to make room for implants in the upper back jaw. These are routine preliminary steps for many implant patients and are usually performed by periodontists or oral surgeons. Healing typically takes several months before implant placement.
Graft placed at the time of extraction to preserve bone for a future implant.
Rebuilds width or height of the jaw ridge for implant support.
Raises the sinus floor and adds bone for upper back implants.
Dental implants are placed by several kinds of trained clinicians — oral & maxillofacial surgeons, periodontists, prosthodontists, and general dentists with implant training — so the right credential depends on who performs the surgery and who restores the tooth. Look for documented surgical training and a clear plan for placement and restoration.
Procedure facts on this page draw on authoritative medical sources. Confirm specifics in a consultation.
American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) ↗American College of Prosthodontists ↗Verify a dentist’s credentials and Florida license yourself:
AAID — American Academy of Implant Dentistry ↗ ABOI/ID — American Board of Oral Implantology ↗ ACP — American College of Prosthodontists ↗ AAOMS — American Assn. of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons ↗ Florida Board of Dentistry — License verification ↗