Bone grafting restores bone lost to gum disease.
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If you are missing teeth, chances are good that you are exploring all your replacement options. You may have discussed dental implants with your general dentist but been told that your dental bone is too weak to support an implant.
Don’t give up there.
Dr. Hayes is a skilled oral surgeon with advanced training in procedures like bone grafting, which can restore health and density to your bone. Through bone grafting, you can become a much better candidate for a secure and stable dental implant.
At Coal Creek Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center, we make use of high-tech digital imaging and the latest advanced techniques to restore your oral health in ways you might not have even thought were possible.
Grafting is the process of restoring damaged tissue using new donor tissue. You’ve likely heard of grafting in the context of skin grafting for people who have suffered a severe injury, such as a burn.
Bone grafting is a similar idea, but instead we are working to restore and build up the health of the bone structure beneath your gum tissue. This can be done in a number of different ways, and Dr. Hayes will recommend the process that best fits your needs and your goals. For instance:
Every case is different. You will have different needs based on a multitude of factors, including your age, the location and size of the tooth we are replacing, and your overall oral health. This is why it pays to discuss your options with a skilled oral surgeon like Dr. Hayes.
He will apply his expertise and experience to your case and lay out all your options as well as what you can expect from each one. One of our goals is to enhance your understanding of your oral health so you can make informed decisions about your care.
We know you have a lot of questions and that you might be feeling worried about upcoming oral surgery. Dr. Hayes has chosen his team carefully, combining the perfect mix of skill and compassion, and we are here to help you have the best possible oral surgery experience.
Please call our office today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Hayes so you can learn more about your options.
Dr. Curtis Hayes is a board-certified oral surgeon in Lafayette, Colorado. After completing a Bachelors of Science degree in biochemistry at the United States Air Force Academy, Dr. Hayes attended the University of Colorado School of Dentistry. He graduated magna cum laude in 2003 with his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree (DDS). Most recently, Dr. Hayes became an International Best Selling author with a book he co-authored, Million Dollar Smile;Â Dr. Hayes wrote the chapter on digital dentistry.
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