A common problem that can arise when planning dental implant placement is a lack of bone in the maxilla or mandible. Fortunately, thanks to modern technology and techniques, it is often possible to overcome this obstacle.
There are more and more frequent cases of patients who come to our clinic with implants poorly placed by dentists without adequate training or experience or who have used poor quality materials. This can cause infections, pain or unsatisfactory esthetic results, there are different techniques for patients who have this problem:
Bone regeneration
In some cases it is necessary to remove implants and begin the process of bone and gum regeneration. We are experts in this type of complex interventions and our doctors are highly qualified and experienced to perform this type of retreatment. Patients can be confident that they will be successful with new implants. To place implants in cases of patients with little or no bone, we use bone regeneration techniques. In situations where there is insufficient jawbone after the loss of one or more teeth, bone regeneration allows us to create bone stability for the placement of dental implants.
Bone grafting
At the David Cardona Dental Clinic, one of the most commonly used techniques for reconstruction of the jaws in conjunction with implant placement is the use of bone grafting. When the bone deficit is significant, we often recommend the use of grafts to restore the morphological integrity of the jaws and provide sufficient bone volume to accommodate implants. This technique usually uses autologous grafts, that is, grafts taken from the patient himself, since they do not generate rejection. It is one of the most commonly used techniques for bone regeneration due to its excellent results.
Plasma Rich in Growth Factors (PRGF)
The Plasma Rich in Growth Factors (PRGF) technique is based on natural tissue regeneration and is a simple option for placing dental implants without bone. It consists of using the patient’s own blood to obtain enriched plasma and then introducing it into the area to be treated, which reduces inflammation and accelerates recovery. The PRGF technique offers several advantages, such as acceleration of natural regeneration, stimulation of wound healing, improved osseointegration of the implant and soft tissues, and a faster and less painful recovery process.
Advantages of techniques used in patients with low bone density
- Enable bone reconstruction
- They are the best option for young patients as they allow the placement of implants despite the loss of new teeth years after bone grafting or implant surgery.
- Recovers the chewing function of the mouth.
Things to keep in mind before performing the treatment
Before and after implant placement, a complete periodontal examination is performed by the periodontist, along with ultrasound prophylaxis, dental curettage or scaling and selective root planing in the necessary areas, stain removal and stain polishing. In addition, the Airflow machine is used with chlorhexidine or bicarbonate to remove supra- and subgingival bacterial plaque and fluoridation is applied to the teeth.
Specific hygiene instructions are also provided for each patient and a small amount of training is provided to enable them to maintain periodontal health at home.
