Is Grafting Required for Dental Implants?
When a tooth is lost, the surrounding bone and gum tissue can gradually shrink over time. In some cases, bone grafting or gum grafting may be recommended to create a stronger foundation for a dental implant and help achieve the best possible long-term result.
The good news is that many grafting procedures can be completed during the same appointment as implant placement, reducing the number of surgical visits required.
What Is Involved in Grafting?
Every patient and every situation is unique. To support healing, we frequently use PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin) technology as part of our surgical procedures.
PRF is created using a small sample of your own blood taken on the day of treatment. The sample is processed to concentrate platelets, white blood cells, fibrin, and naturally occurring growth factors that help support the body’s healing response.
Dr. Chung has incorporated PRF technology into his surgical procedures since 2011. Because PRF is made entirely from your own blood, it is a natural way to support healing and may help improve tissue quality and reduce post-operative discomfort.
Most patients are pleasantly surprised by how comfortable the grafting process is and how quickly they recover.