Plano, TX
A 55-year-old male asked:
What type of bone graft needed for front tooth implant after extraction. which is best type. is bone graft from cow safe material.
3 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
A Verified Doctoranswered
Dentistry 20 years experience
Bone Grafts...: In some cases, a bone graft is not required. It may be best to have the tooth extracted and an implant placed immediately.
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Dr. Daniel Quonanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 44 years experience
It May Vary: There are a number of options available for bone grafting, all with associated advantages as well as disadvantages. Your dentist and/or dental specialist should discuss the options he or she can offer you based on their experience and the indications for grafting the site.
Bovine bone is a very safe option and commonly used graft material.
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Dr. Paul Grinanswered
Pain Management 38 years experience
Extremely safe: Allograft, autograft, bone reconstruction, bone repair, calcium sulphate, ceramic, hydroxyapatite and implant, polymer, just to name a few. The animal bone elements results in graft materials which have proven to be extremely safe and predictable.
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Last updated Jul 15, 2022
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