Bone Grafting
Edmonds
Bone Grafting in Edmonds | Dr. Ellie Javadi
Losing bone in your jaw doesn’t just affect your smile; it can change your entire face. Maybe your dentures don’t fit like they used to, or your dentist said you don’t have enough bone for implants. Perhaps gum disease left your teeth loose, or an old extraction site has weakened over time. If you’re experiencing any of these issues, Dr. Ellie Javadi, DDS, MSD—board-certified periodontist at Orchid Periodontics & Dental Implants in Edmonds employs 20+ years of advanced surgical experience to rebuild jawbone through precise bone-grafting techniques, restoring durable function and natural-looking aesthetics.
What Is Bone Grafting?
Bone grafting is a specialized dental procedure that rebuilds lost jawbone structure, creating a strong foundation for dental implants or other tooth replacements.
When you lose teeth due to extraction, gum disease, or long-term denture wear, your jawbone naturally shrinks over time, just like a muscle that isn’t being used. A bone graft works like a “scaffold,” where we place biocompatible material (which could be processed donor bone, synthetic material, or your own bone) in areas where bone has deteriorated. Over 4-6 months, your body replaces this material with new, living bone – essentially “regrowing” what was lost.
Why Edmonds Residents Choose Bone Grafting
Here in Edmonds, where our active lifestyles demand strong, functional smiles, bone grafting helps solve several common problems:
- “My dentist said I don’t have enough bone for implants” – Common after extractions at local Edmonds dental offices.
- “My dentures don’t fit like they used to” – A frequent issue for long-time denture wearers.
- “My face looks sunken” – Bone loss accelerates with age, affecting many in our 55+ community near Olympic View.
- “Gum disease made my teeth loose.” – Advanced periodontitis is a leading cause of bone loss that we treat.
Key Benefits of Bone Grafting
- Expands Treatment Options – Creates sufficient bone density for implants when natural bone is inadequate.
- Preserves Facial Structure – Maintains jaw contours to prevent premature facial collapse.
- Enhances Oral Function – Provides stable support for chewing and speaking comfortably.
- Long-Term Oral Health – Helps prevent further bone loss that can compromise adjacent teeth.
- Natural-Looking Results – Forms a strong base for restorations that look and feel like natural teeth.
Types of Bone Grafts We Offer in Edmonds
The condition of the jaw varies from person to person. Dr Javadi examines the patient’s condition during one consultation and chooses one of the following approaches that best meet the patient’s needs:
Socket Preservation
It is performed immediately after tooth extraction at our Edmonds office to prevent the 30-40% bone loss that typically occurs within the first six months. This approach is ideal for patients who've recently had teeth extracted by local Edmonds dentists and want to maintain their jawbone integrity for future implants.
Ridge Augmentation
This procedure helps rebuild both width and height for patients experiencing existing bone loss, particularly those in Edmonds' active retirement communities who are long-term denture wearers. It can restore facial structure compromised by years of bone resorption, giving patients back their natural facial contours.
Sinus Lift (Indirect & Lateral-Window)
Sinus Lift procedures address the standard "sinus drop" phenomenon that occurs when upper back teeth are lost. Performed with specialized techniques in our Edmonds surgical suite, this solution creates the necessary bone height for implants in areas where the sinus cavity has expanded, making it a frequent choice for patients seeking to replace missing molars.
Block or “Onlay” Graft
Block Bone Grafts utilize the patient's own bone, typically harvested from the chin area, to solve more severe bone defects often seen in trauma cases. This method offers Edmonds patients the most predictable results, making it especially valuable for active individuals seeking durable, long-term solutions for their smile restoration.
Alloplast/Synthetic Grafts
Synthetic graft options offer animal-free alternatives, utilizing processed mineral matrices that stimulate natural bone growth. These grafts have become increasingly popular among Edmonds' health-conscious community members who prefer biocompatible materials while still achieving excellent clinical outcomes.
Our Bone Grafting Process
Dr. Ellie Javadi combines high-resolution imaging with years of regenerative expertise, creating a step-by-step approach that minimizes discomfort, makes healing predictable, and yields results that are strong enough to support implants for life.
- 3-D Cone Beam Scan – Dr. Javadi begins with an ultra-low-dose CBCT scan that renders your jaw in crisp 3-D, measuring bone height, width, and density down to fractions of a millimeter.
- Custom Treatment Plan – Leveraging the scan, she hand-selects the ideal graft material—autograft, allograft, xenograft, or synthetic—and sequences any sinus lifts or soft-tissue work. You’ll review the timeline together so you know exactly what to expect.
- Comfort-First Surgery – On the day of your procedure, our Edmonds surgical suite provides a meticulously controlled environment with warmed blankets, targeted local anesthesia, and the option of physician-guided IV sedation. Most patients are discharged within an hour of completion.
- Graft Placement & Membrane – The chosen bone matrix is gently packed and sculpted into the defect, then sealed with a resorbable collagen membrane that shields the graft from oral bacteria. Microsurgical instruments keep tissue trauma and post-op swelling to a minimum.
- Regeneration & Follow-Up – Over 4–6 months, your body replaces the scaffold with living bone. We verify progress with digital imaging at each visit, and if healing runs ahead of schedule, Dr. Javadi can fast-track your implant placement.
Recovery & Aftercare
Your comfort and successful healing are our top priorities. We provide detailed aftercare instructions primarily to cater to the active lifestyles of Edmonds patients.
- Minimal Downtime – Most patients return to work in Edmonds or nearby Lynnwood the day after surgery.
- Soft-Food Diet – Enjoy Edmonds’ famous soups and smoothies for 1-2 weeks while healing.
- Medication & Rinse – We prescribe antibiotics and special mouthwash to protect your graft.
- Swelling Control – Use ice packs (first 48 hours) followed by warm compresses for comfort.
- Smoking Warning – Nicotine reduces healing. We help Edmonds patients quit smoking before surgery.
Follow-Up Care – We monitor your progress with convenient checkups at our Edmonds office.
Why Choose Orchid Periodontics and Dental Implants in Edmonds?
Led by board-certified periodontist Dr. Ellie Javadi, an implant and regenerative specialist with 20 + years of experience, Orchid Periodontics and Dental Implants focuses exclusively on advanced gum and implant surgery, using low-dose CBCT imaging, DTX digital treatment-planning, and premium Nobel Biocare / Straumann biomaterials to deliver predictable, long-lasting results in a spa-calm Edmonds clinic with transparent fees. Patients choose Dr. Javadi’s gentle, education-first approach that has earned the practice a 4.9-star reputation and a steady stream of rave reviews for compassionate, results-driven care.
Book Your Edmonds Bone Grafting Consultation Today
Call (425) 775-2002 or click here to schedule your bone graft consultation at Orchid Periodontics and Dental Implants in Edmonds. Let’s restore your jaw strength and open the door to confident, permanent teeth.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Does the Jawbone Affect Bone Grafting?
Jawbone quality and volume determine the type and extent of grafting required: thin ridges or porous bone may need larger particulate or block grafts, while dense, well-vascularized bone might require only minor socket preservation.
Is bone grafting covered under dental insurance?
Most PPO plans reimburse a portion when grafting is medically necessary for implants or periodontal repair. Our team submits a pre-authorization and tells you the exact out-of-pocket amount before treatment.
Can I get a bone graft years after tooth extraction?
Yes, ridge augmentation or sinus lift grafts typically succeed, even decades after extraction. Healing may take slightly longer, but they still create a solid base for future implants.
How common is a dental bone graft?
Bone grafting is a routine procedure in modern implant dentistry, approximately half of implant cases require it. With today’s biomaterials, the procedure is predictable, safe, and performed daily in practices like ours.
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