Bone Grafting in Albania for dental implants procedure

Bone Augmentation | Bone Graft Types at Our Clinic

Bone grafting is a surgical procedure that involves the transplantation of bone tissue to repair or rebuild bones that have been damaged or weakened. Bone grafts are frequently required in dental care when the underlying jawbone is too thin or soft to support dental implants. 

This may be the result of long-term tooth loss, periodontal disease, or other reasons that can cause the resorption of the bone over time. Depending on the needs of every patient, some of the types of bone grafts that we offer in our dental clinic in Tirana include the following:

Autogenous Bone Grafts

These grafts are performed using the patient’s own bone, which is usually taken from the chin or other areas in the jaw. Autogenous grafts have a very high success rate, as the grafts contain living cellular materials which enables the body to make its new bone more easily. 

Allogenic Bone Grafts

This procedure makes use of donor bone obtained from another human, usually during other operations such as hip surgeries The bone of the donor is carefully analyzed, sanitized and prepared to be non-infective and compatible with the receiver.

Xenogeneic Bone Grafts

These dental bone grafts make use of the bone harvested from another species, usually bovine (ox or cow). Xenogeneic grafts have become extremely popular and also have a very high success rate. 

Synthetic Bone Grafts

Patients who do not wish to involve natural bone in their grafting surgery may opt for synthetic materials. These biocompatible materials are made to act just like natural bone, providing a solid foundation over which the patient’s bone can grow.

Bone Graft for Dental Implant in Tirana | Why Is it Essential?

Patients traveling for dental tourism in Albania, looking to get dental implants at our clinic must have good bone density. 

Dental implants work through a process known as osseointegration: the implant fuses with the jawbone to provide a solid and long-lasting foundation for the substitute artificial tooth. 

If there isn’t enough bone, the implant won’t anchor well. Thus complications may arise, and in the worst case scenario the implant will fail. 

Bone graft surgery ensures adequate volume and density for the jawbone to hold the implant in place. For patients who have lost a great deal of bone due to untreated missing teeth, trauma, periodontitis, etc., this is one of the best ways to prepare for an implant placement!

Bone Grafting Procedure at Our Clinic | What to Expect

Consultation and Examinations

Our experienced dentist will evaluate the quality and quantity of your underlying bone, by using X-rays and 3D scans. Our first goal is to determine what type of graft is most suitable for you, as well as the best placement if you are planning on getting implants in the future.

During this stage, your medical history, overall health, and dental condition will be thoroughly assessed through various examinations and tests. All precautions take place to guarantee a successful bone transplant.

Bone Grafting Surgery

All of our bone grafting procedures are performed under local anesthesia to eliminate any pain of discomfort. After the local anesthesia is administered, our dentist makes small and precise incisions on the area where there is bone deficiency. Then, the graft material is carefully transferred to the recipient site. The area is carefully stitched and cleaned.

Healing and Integration

Once the bone graft has been placed, the body starts its work of healing. Over the following months, the graft material will begin to integrate into the surrounding natural bone. This will naturally form a solid base to support a dental implant. The healing period generally lasts for around two weeks to a few months, depending on the complexity of the case.

Follow-Up Care

Our dentist will give you detailed post-surgery care instructions. Make sure to follow them to ensure a prompt and easy recovery. Our staff will also schedule follow-up visits just to make sure you’re recovering well. 

If you have decided to get dental implants in Albania right after the bone grafting procedure, our specialized implantologists can assist you with that as well!