Bone Grafting

Bone grafting is a procedure used to restore or enhance the bone structure in your jaw, especially for patients who have suffered bone loss due to gum disease, trauma, or previous tooth extractions. This procedure is often a crucial step before dental implants, providing a solid foundation for successful implantation.

What is Bone Grafting?

Bone grafting involves transplanting bone tissue to areas where the bone is missing, weakened, or needs reinforcement. The graft material may come from:

• Autografts: Bone taken from the patient’s own body, often from the hip, leg, or ribs.
• Allografts: Donor bone from a tissue bank.
• Synthetic Options: Artificial bone substitutes designed to mimic natural bone.

Common Applications of Bone Grafting

Bone grafting is commonly used in:

1. Dental and Oral Surgery: To prepare the jaw for dental implants or restore bone loss caused by gum disease or trauma.
2. Orthopedic Surgery: For treating fractures, repairing spinal fusion, or reconstructing bone defects.
3. Trauma Recovery: To rebuild bones affected by accidents or severe injuries.
4. Cancer Treatment: To replace bone removed during tumor surgeries.

Types of Bone Grafts

1. Structural Bone Grafts: Provide mechanical support for load-bearing bones.
2. Non-Structural Bone Grafts: Serve as a scaffold to encourage natural bone growth.
3. Vascularized Bone Grafts: Include blood vessels to enhance healing and integration with the surrounding tissue.

Benefits of Bone Grafting

• Improves Structural Integrity: Enhances bone strength and stability.
• Supports Regeneration: Encourages the growth of new, healthy bone tissue.
• Facilitates Dental and Orthopedic Implants: Provides a solid foundation for further procedures.
• Restores Mobility and Function: Helps patients regain strength and flexibility in affected areas.

Bone Grafting Procedure

1. Initial Consultation: A thorough assessment to determine the most suitable type of graft.
2. Preparation: Depending on the graft type, bone is harvested or prepared.
3. Surgical Placement: The graft is carefully placed in the affected area.
4. Healing and Integration: Over time, the graft integrates with the natural bone, fostering regeneration.

Why Choose Us for Bone Grafting?

At Ayushman Mediacare, we combine expertise with advanced technology to ensure effective and minimally invasive bone grafting procedures. Our team of experienced specialists is dedicated to providing personalized care, ensuring optimal outcomes and faster recovery.