Bone Grafting in Lenexa, KS
If you have lost teeth or are preparing for dental implants, bone grafting may be a key step in restoring your smile. At Oral & Facial Surgery Associates in Lenexa, KS, our oral and maxillofacial surgeons perform bone grafting procedures to rebuild and strengthen your jaw so it can support lasting dental restorations.
What Is Bone Grafting?
Bone grafting is a surgical procedure that restores lost or damaged bone in the jaw. When a tooth is lost or extracted, the surrounding bone can break down over time. Without enough bone density and volume, dental implants cannot be placed successfully. A bone graft rebuilds that foundation.
During the procedure, your surgeon places bone graft material in the area where bone has been lost. Over time, your body integrates the graft with your existing bone, creating a stable, dense base. The graft material may come from your own body (autograft), a donor source (allograft), or a synthetic material. Your surgeon will recommend the best option for your case.
Why You May Need a Bone Graft
You may need a bone graft if:
- You lost a tooth and did not replace it right away
- A tooth was extracted and the socket needs to be preserved
- Your jaw bone has shrunk or deteriorated over time
- You want dental implants but your jaw does not have enough bone volume
- You have experienced trauma or infection that damaged the jaw bone
Many patients are surprised to learn that bone loss begins within weeks of losing a tooth. The sooner your bone is assessed and treated, the more options you will have for long-term tooth replacement.
Types of Bone Grafting Procedures
Our Lenexa oral surgeons perform several types of bone grafting, depending on your needs:
Socket Preservation (Ridge Preservation): Performed at the time of extraction, this procedure fills the empty socket with graft material to prevent bone loss before it begins. It is one of the most common preparatory steps before dental implant placement.
Ridge Augmentation: When significant bone loss has already occurred, ridge augmentation rebuilds the height and width of the jaw ridge. This restores the natural contour of the jaw and creates enough volume to support implants.
Sinus Lift (Sinus Augmentation): When implants are planned for the upper jaw near the back teeth, a sinus lift may be needed. This procedure adds bone between the jaw and the sinus cavity to make room for implants.
Block Bone Graft: For patients with more extensive bone loss, a block of bone (often taken from another area of the jaw) is secured to the deficient area to rebuild volume and structure.
The Bone Grafting Process at Our Lenexa Office
Your care begins with a thorough consultation at our Lenexa office. We use advanced 3D imaging to evaluate your jaw bone in detail, so your surgeon can plan precisely and discuss every step with you.
On the day of your procedure, you will have access to sedation options including IV sedation and general anesthesia, so you stay comfortable throughout. Most bone grafting procedures are completed in a single outpatient visit.
After your procedure, your surgeon will give you detailed aftercare instructions. Healing and bone integration typically take three to six months before implant placement can proceed. Our team monitors your progress at follow-up visits to make sure everything is healing well.
Bone Grafting and Dental Implants
For most patients, bone grafting is a step toward dental implants. Implants require a solid bone foundation to fuse with and function like a natural tooth root. Without adequate bone, implants can fail.
Our team coordinates your full treatment plan from bone graft through implant placement. You will not need to visit multiple offices or manage separate referrals. From socket preservation to All-on-4 full-arch restorations, we provide complete care in Lenexa.
Why Choose Oral & Facial Surgery Associates in Lenexa?
- Board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons with advanced training in bone grafting and implant surgery
- On-site 3D imaging for precise surgical planning
- Multiple sedation options including IV sedation and general anesthesia
- Convenient Lenexa location serving the greater Kansas City metro area
- Comprehensive implant care from grafting through final restoration
Schedule a Bone Grafting Consultation in Lenexa, KS
If you have been told you need a bone graft, or if you are exploring dental implants and want to understand your options, we are here to help. Call our Lenexa office or request an appointment online.
Oral and Facial Surgery Associates – Lenexa, KS
(913) 541-1888
12208 W. 87th Street Pkwy Suite 150
Lenexa, KS 66215 US
We also have offices conveniently located in Olathe, Prairie Village, and inside the Advent Health Building on Prairie Star Parkway.