Millions of patients have benefited from getting dental implants, but not every one of those patients has been a good candidate for the procedure from jump. In fact, it’s not uncommon for patients who have experienced tooth loss years before investing in dental implants to require preparatory treatments, whether that’s a sinus lift or bone graft. Although these may seem like inconveniences that draw out your treatment timeline, they’re critical to the lifespan and long-term health of your dental implants and smile. Read on to learn more about bone grafting and when it’s necessary in order to restore your smile.
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