Bone Grafting in Calabasas
When a tooth is lost or removed, the bone that once held it in place can begin to shrink. That change isn't just cosmetic. It can make it harder to replace the tooth later, affect how neighboring teeth are supported, and limit your options if you're hoping for a dental implant. For patients in Calabasas who want to keep their future tooth replacement options open, bone grafting is often the step that makes the next stage possible. At 805 Dentistry, we plan and perform this treatment in our Thousand Oaks office as part of complete, coordinated care.
Bone grafting adds bone or bone-like material to areas of the jaw where bone has thinned or been lost. Over time, the graft supports the body's own bone in filling in that space, creating a sturdier foundation. We most often recommend it when a patient wants a dental implant but doesn't have enough bone volume to hold one securely.
Bone loss in the jaw can follow a tooth extraction, long-standing gum disease, an injury, or a tooth that has been missing for years. In the upper back jaw, the sinus can also sit close to where an implant would go. In those cases, a sinus lift, a specialized form of grafting that we also offer, can create the room needed. Bone grafting can also be part of larger plans, such as full-arch implants, All-on-4 or All-on-6 treatment, and implant-supported dentures.
Our team includes a board-certified periodontist who places dental implants and performs periodontal regeneration, so your grafting and implant care can stay under one roof. We also have a board-certified oral and maxillofacial radiologist on staff and provide CBCT imaging, which gives us a three-dimensional view of your jaw. That detail helps us see exactly where bone is lacking and plan the graft precisely.
Many Calabasas families come to us because we can handle so much of their care in one place. A patient who needs an extraction, a graft, an implant, and a final crown doesn't have to coordinate between several offices. Our on-site dental lab supports the restorative stage, and our general dentists continue to provide routine care for the whole family afterward.
Am I a good candidate for bone grafting?
You may be a candidate if you've lost bone in your jaw and want a stable foundation for implants or other restorations. The only way to know for certain is an exam and imaging, which we provide at your consultation.
Common situations we evaluate include:
- A tooth that needs to be extracted, where we want to preserve the socket for a future implant
- A tooth that has been missing for some time, with noticeable bone shrinkage
- Bone loss related to gum disease
- An upper back tooth near the sinus that may need a sinus lift
- Patients planning full-mouth or full-arch implant treatment
Your overall oral health matters too. If gum disease is active, we treat it first with care such as scaling and root planing or periodontal therapy, so the graft has a healthy environment to heal in.
What happens during the procedure, and will it hurt?
The procedure is done with local anesthesia, so the area is numb while we work. For patients who feel anxious, we offer more options. A board-certified dental anesthesiologist on our team provides nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia.
During treatment, we gently access the area of bone loss, place the graft material, and close the site so it can heal. Sometimes grafting is done at the same visit as an extraction. In other cases it's a separate appointment. We'll explain which approach fits your situation and what the timeline toward your implant or restoration is likely to look like, since healing varies from person to person.
How do I care for the area afterward?
Aftercare focuses on protecting the graft while it heals. We give you specific written instructions, and you can call us with questions at any point.
In general, expect to eat softer foods for a while, avoid chewing directly on the treated area, keep the site clean as directed, and avoid habits that can disturb healing, such as smoking. Some swelling or tenderness is common in the first few days. We schedule follow-up visits to check your progress and confirm when you're ready for the next step. Because we offer emergency dental appointments, you can reach our team if something doesn't feel right.
How can I pay for bone grafting?
We accept all major PPO insurance plans, welcome self-pay patients, and offer financing. Before treatment begins, we'll go over your plan and estimated costs so there are no surprises.
Because grafting is often one part of a larger plan, we look at the full picture with you, including the graft, the implant, and the final restoration. If you live in Calabasas and want to find out whether bone grafting is right for you, contact 805 Dentistry to schedule a consultation with our team.