Bone resorption begins immediately
Within weeks of a tooth extraction, the surrounding bone begins to resorb. Within a year, up to 40% of bone width and 60% of bone height can be lost in the extraction site.
Preserving and rebuilding jawbone density — the essential foundation for dental implants and long-term oral health after tooth loss.
Bone grafting is a procedure that preserves or rebuilds jawbone density that has been lost due to tooth extraction, gum disease, or injury. The jawbone is a living structure — and without the stimulation of a tooth root, it begins to resorb (shrink) within weeks of a tooth loss. A bone graft halts that process and creates the structural foundation needed for a dental implant or other restoration.
At Minty Smiles, bone grafting is performed by Dr. Nasiri, whose advanced implant training includes extensive experience with grafting techniques. We use high-quality graft materials and CBCT cone-beam imaging to plan every procedure with precision.
Without a graft after tooth loss, you may not have enough bone left for an implant — even a few months later. Timing matters.
Bone loss after tooth extraction is silent and rapid. Understanding why grafting is recommended helps you make an informed decision.
Within weeks of a tooth extraction, the surrounding bone begins to resorb. Within a year, up to 40% of bone width and 60% of bone height can be lost in the extraction site.
A dental implant needs sufficient bone to anchor into. If you wait too long after extraction, you may need a more extensive grafting procedure before an implant is even possible.
Bone loss around an extraction site can affect neighboring teeth, leading to shifting, loosening, and further tooth loss over time.
The jawbone gives your face structure. Progressive bone loss leads to a sunken or aged appearance in the lower face — often seen in patients who have worn dentures for many years without implant support.
The right type of graft depends on where bone has been lost, how much, and what the treatment goal is. Dr. Nasiri will recommend the most appropriate option at your consultation.
Graft material is placed in the extraction socket immediately after a tooth is removed. This is the most common and minimally invasive type, designed to prevent bone loss before it starts.
If bone has already been lost, ridge augmentation rebuilds the height and width of the jawbone, creating enough volume to support a dental implant.
In the upper jaw, the sinus cavity can limit implant placement. A sinus lift raises the sinus floor and adds bone graft material to create space for an implant in the posterior upper jaw.
Bone grafting at Minty Smiles follows a structured, transparent process. Here's exactly what happens at each stage.
We take a 3D cone-beam CT scan to assess your bone volume and structure. Dr. Nasiri reviews the images with you and explains the recommended graft type.
Under local anesthesia, graft material is placed at the treatment site. The area is sutured closed and protected with a membrane. The procedure is typically 45–90 minutes.
Over 3–6 months, your body integrates the graft material and new bone forms. Soft foods and careful oral hygiene are recommended during this period.
We confirm with imaging that sufficient bone has formed, then proceed with implant placement or the planned restoration.
Bone grafting is most commonly performed alongside or in preparation for these treatments.