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Regenerative Bone Graft
Your bone and gum tissue should fit snugly around your teeth. When you have periodontal disease, the supporting tissue and bone is destroyed and pockets develop. Eventually , if too much bone is lost, the teeth will become untreatable. Your periodontist may recommend a regenerative procedure when the bone supporting your teeth has been destroyed. These procedures can reverse some of the damage by regenerating lost bone and tissue. During this procedure, your periodontist folds back the gum tissue and removes the disease-causing bacteria. Membranes, bone grafts or tissue-stimulating proteins can be used to encourage your body’s natural ability to regenerate bone and tissue. There are many options to enhance support for your teeth and to restore your bone to a healthy level. Your periodontist will discuss your best options with you.
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