{"id":454,"date":"2026-04-13T16:47:03","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T16:47:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/blog\/?p=454"},"modified":"2026-05-12T16:51:13","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T16:51:13","slug":"step-before-dental-implants-understanding-bone-grafts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/blog\/2026\/04\/13\/step-before-dental-implants-understanding-bone-grafts\/","title":{"rendered":"The Step Before Dental Implants: Understanding Bone Grafts"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"158\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AdobeStock_194071069__1750103704_27041-300x158.jpg\" alt=\"Woman talking to her dentist about bone grafts\" class=\"wp-image-455\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AdobeStock_194071069__1750103704_27041-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AdobeStock_194071069__1750103704_27041-768x405.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AdobeStock_194071069__1750103704_27041.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you are missing teeth, then you likely have been looking for ways to replace them. As you explore what options are out there, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/dental-implants.html\">dental implants<\/a> from your dentist in Rochester seem like a great choice. They will give you up to 90% of your bite back while filling out your smile, but you may need preliminary work done first. Many people often need a bone graft, but why? Here\u2019s what you need to know about this procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is a Bone Graft?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, a bone graft is meant to increase the density and volume of your jawbone. It can essentially make your jaw stronger and be more capable of getting a dental implant. There will be more tissue to support and fuse to the post; that way, you can feel confident chewing your food with this tooth replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Would I Need a Bone Graft?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While a bone graft can be a beneficial and necessary treatment, it\u2019s not always needed. These are some instances where your dentist might recommend it for you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Jawbone Resorption<\/strong>: When you are missing teeth, your jawbone will start to weaken over time. This is a natural process as your body will take minerals from it to use elsewhere. However, this makes placing dental implants risky. Getting it rebuilt may help you become a good candidate for this service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advanced Periodontal Disease<\/strong>: If your gums are infected, the bacteria attack these soft tissues, but also the bone underneath.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Injury or Facial Trauma<\/strong>: If your jawbone has become fractured, then you can strengthen these areas if needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Congenital Conditions<\/strong>: Development defects may come into play as they can cause insufficient bone structure. Thankfully, you can get it corrected to improve your odds of being eligible for dental implants.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Can I Expect During a Bone Graft?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do need a bone graft, then the treatment itself is relatively simple. You will have grafting material placed and secured in areas that need it. Your body will use it to rebuild and regenerate the structure. After a few months, your jawbone will be more likely to support dental implants. That way, you can get a full smile and feel confident knowing it will stay strong for decades to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/about-us.html\">Vollo Dental Group<\/a>, our team is proud to help patients in the Rochester community restore their smiles with confidence. We are here to offer dental implants in-house, so you stay <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/meet-our-dentists.html\">with our skilled dentists<\/a> every step of the way. By having a consultation, we can walk you through a personalized plan for your full smile. If you are ready to find out what tooth replacement is right for you, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/contact-us.html\">schedule an appointment<\/a> or call our office at <strong>(585) 225-9114.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are missing teeth, then you likely have been looking for ways to replace them. As you explore what options are out there, dental implants from your dentist in Rochester seem like a great choice. They will give you up to 90% of your bite back while filling out your smile, but you may [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1015,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/454"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1015"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=454"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/454\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":456,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/454\/revisions\/456"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=454"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=454"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollodentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=454"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}