Oral & Maxillofacial Surgical Arts – El Segundo CA
Do I Have Enough Bone?
After tooth extraction, if the walls of the socket are very thick, they will usually fill naturally with bone in two to three months. However, when the walls of your socket are very thin (such as in your upper and lower front teeth), this type of healing will not be as predictable. In these situations, a bone graft is often placed at the time of tooth extraction to help your body fill in the empty socket with bone. This step will maintain the width and volume of bone you will need for implant placement several months later.
There may be inadequate bone for implant placement if your tooth was removed many years ago and your bony ridge is extremely thin. In this case, a bone graft can be placed next to the thin bone and allowed to heal for up to six months. After the graft has fused to your pre-existing bone, the ridge will be re-entered and the implant placed. Bone grafting is usually a relatively comfortable office procedure. Many different bone-grafting materials are available, including your own bone.
1. Inadequate Bone
2. Graft Material and Implant Placed
You may also need bone grafting if the sinus cavities in your upper jaw are very large, or very low, and extend into the tooth-bearing areas. This often occurs when teeth in the back of a person’s upper jaw have been removed many years before, and the amount of bone available for implant placement is limited. A “sinus grafting procedure” is then required. Most often, it is performed in the office with local anesthesia and perhaps sedation. During this procedure, the membrane that lines the sinus will be located and elevated. Bone will then be added to restore the bone height and ensure that dental implants of an adequate length can be placed. This procedure often can be performed at the time of implant placement.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgical Arts
5 out of 5 stars based on 12 Dental Implants reviews
Patient Review By David Benson
Number 1 the best #5
- David Benson
5 out of 5 stars
byDavid Bensonon
Patient Review By Vivicca W
After interviewing 21 dentists and oral surgeons for my full mouth reconstruction and sinus lift I finally found my doctor! Dr. Cheung is a perfectionist - which is what you want in a dentist/oral surgeon. He's friendly, patient and really walks you thru every step of the way. My first surgery lasted 11 1/2 hours -- and he didn't miss a beat. He rang me every day during my recovery. His staff is amazing! Kind, friendly and understanding. Yes, he's pricey but as they say -- you get what you pay for and I got platinum service from Renny and his team.
I can't recommend Dr. Cheung highly enough - five stars just isn't enough. Great caring human being and if you're lucky enough to go to him, you've reached your pot of gold.
I had additional surgery (this one only took 2 hours) and I was out like a light and woke up swollen but pain free. Again, he rang me to check in on my progress.
Summary: Do yourself a favor and run, not walk, to Dr. Cheung. He's got two other practice locations if the LAX office isn't close. I've been to his Woodland Hills office and his staff there were great. Tots thumbs up with a twirl!
- Vivicca W
5 out of 5 stars
byVivicca Won
Patient Review By Lerner C
Had a dental implant and extraction done. 5 star service from the entire staff (Mari, Ale, Val, Esther)
- Lerner C
5 out of 5 stars
byLerner Con
Patient Review By Patrick C
I like the state-of-art standing, rotating X-ray of the mouth/teeth scan. Dr. Victor Ho expertise put me at ease. I definitely trust Dr. Ho for my implants.
- Patrick C
5 out of 5 stars
byPatrick Con
Patient Review By A O
Dr. Cheung is an excellent oral surgeon. I was referred to him for a tooth extraction and implant. His professional manner allowed me to relax and feel comfortable from start to finish. He even phoned me later on the day of the extraction to be sure I was OK.
The staff were friendly and efficient. Joceline, the Office Manager, answered all of my questions about billing and insurance; Christine, the Receptionist, was very helpful in accommodating appointments to fit my schedule; the Dental Assistants (Leslie, Zoraida, Crystal, Jojo) are highly-skilled!
- A O
5 out of 5 stars
byA Oon
Patient Review By Amal G
Excellent and very professional doctor also his staff are amazing!!!
- Amal G
5 out of 5 stars
byAmal Gon
Patient Review By Luna M
Dr. Cheung is very knowledgeable and skilled doctor. My whole experience with Dr. Cheung has been very great. Everything went so smooth. The office staffs are nice and polite. I will absolutely come back here again!
- Luna M
5 out of 5 stars
byLuna Mon
Patient Review By Kelly W
If I could give 6 stars I would. Dr Cheung and staff were amazing, the level of care is top notch, the office is immaculate and I appreciated the free parking.
- Kelly W
5 out of 5 stars
byKelly Won
Patient Review By Tammi J
Zoraida took care of me from start to finish. Super efficient and compassionate. She even got me a blanket and pillow
- Tammi J
5 out of 5 stars
byTammi Jon
Patient Review By Irma P
The experience was wonderful, will refer other patients. Jen is a great assistant!
- Irma P
5 out of 5 stars
byIrma Pon
Patient Review By Charlotte J
The Staff was very pleasant and professional and efficient throughout my treatment period. I will recommend them to any one who needs the same care that I have received.
- Charlotte J
5 out of 5 stars
byCharlotte Jon
Patient Review By Jose R
The office staff from the dentist on down are extremely cordial, professional, and caring. In short, having dental work was a breeze.
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