The healing timeline after bone grafting varies, but our bone grafting dentist in Zachary, LA typically waits 3–6 months before implant placement to ensure the new bone has integrated properly and can support your implant.
After Your Bone Grafting Procedure
Healing after bone graft surgery proceeds as follows:
- Initial Healing (First 2 Weeks): Your gums heal over the graft site while the bone material begins integrating with your existing jawbone. We'll provide specific care instructions to protect the area.
- Integration Period (3-6 Months): Your body gradually replaces the graft material with your own new, healthy bone tissue. Everyone heals at slightly different rates.
- Regular Monitoring: Dr. Morris will schedule follow-up appointments to monitor your healing progress and ensure everything is developing as expected.
How We Determine You're Ready
- Clinical Examination — We assess gum tissue health and check for any signs of complications or delayed healing.
- Advanced Imaging — Our CBCT cone beam technology provides detailed 3D images showing bone density and volume at the implant site.
- Stability Testing — Dr. Morris evaluates whether the grafted area can provide adequate support for the implant fixture.
Factors That Influence Bone Graft Healing
Your healing timeline depends on several factors, including the size of the graft, your overall health, age, and whether you smoke. Some patients with smaller grafts may be ready in three months, while more extensive procedures might require the full six-month healing period.
Planning your implant journey? Dr. Morris will provide realistic timelines based on your specific situation. We serve patients throughout Central, Slaughter, Ethel, Pride, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Denham Springs, and beyond. Call (225) 654-3964 to schedule your bone grafting consultation.