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Turned down for
den­tal implants?

If you’ve been told you aren’t a suit­able can­di­date for den­tal implants, it could be because your jaw bone is not suf­fi­cient to sup­port den­tal implants. In this instance, there are a few ways we can help you. First, we can con­sid­er a bone graft to help increase bone vol­ume. We have also devel­oped tech­niques which allow us to manip­u­late and change your exist­ing bone. Alter­na­tive­ly we can also explore dif­fer­ent short­er implants which allows us to some­times avoid the need for exten­sive bone graft­ing. Book a Free con­sul­ta­tion so we can dis­cuss your options.

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Chew your favourite foods again

Den­tal implants will restore your chew­ing function

Boost con­fi­dence

This is the first step to restor­ing your smile

Look more youthful

Helps to main­tain your facial structure.

Sup­port sur­round­ing teeth

Pro­tect your remain­ing teeth.

Bone graft­ing for den­tal
implants explained

If you've been turned down for dental implants in the past, it could be because you do not have enough volume of bone in your jaw. The dental Implant needs to be completely surrounded by Jaw bone for it to be successful. With a bone graft, we can increase the bone volume in your jaw to make you a more suitable candidate for dental implants.

We can use bone material from several sources including your own bone, synthetic bone (no animal products), bovine and porcine bone products. This will be discussed at your consultation.  This procedure can usually be carried out at the same time as implant placement however occasionally the jaw bone will have to be left to heal for a period before we can continue with your dental implant procedure. 

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The ben­e­fits

Bone grafting will restore your jaw to a suitable form to allow implants to be placed following trauma, tooth loss or gum disease. It can help to maintain your facial structure and prepare your mouth for further procedures like dental implants. If you have been turned down for dental implants in the past due to poor bone, bone grafting could offer a way forward.

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The pro­ce­dure

Bone grafting is a surgical procedure that will restore bone volume to your jaw to allow implants to be placed. The bone grafting material can be taken from your own body, or we may use a bovine or porcine product depending on your preference. For patients who do not wish to have any bone product from animal sources we can even use a synthetic bone . The procedure varies considerably according to your circumstances but usually is carried out at the same time as the implant surgery avoiding the need for additional surgery.

Meet our expert team

Our friend­ly and expe­ri­enced team is here to make your treat­ment jour­ney as relaxed as pos­si­ble. Learn more about their spe­cialisms and how they can help to trans­form your smile with the lat­est den­tal tech­niques and state-of-the-art technology.

  • The Implant And Cosmetic Smiles Clinic team member Zahid
    Dr. Zahid Chowdhry

    GDC: 79748

    IMPLANT SURGEON AND COSMETIC DENTISTRY - BDS Lond 2001 Dip Implant Dent UCLan

  • The Implant And Cosmetic Smiles Clinic team member Azhar
    Dr. Azhar Bakhshi

    GDC: 76523

    IMPLANT SURGEON AND ORAL SURGERY - BDS Hons MFDS RCS Eng PG CERT IMPLANT DENT D IMPLANT DENT RCS Edin

Here’s what to expect

Curi­ous about the treat­ment jour­ney and what is includ­ed? Here’s what you can expect when you choose The Implants and Cos­met­ic Smiles Clin­ic as your treat­ment provider.

We encourage you to book a free consultation to learn if you are a good candidate for bone grafting. We will examine your mouth and jaw and determine if bone grafting could help you. We'll take X-rays and CT scans to get a better picture of your mouth and allow us to plan your treatment journey.

We offer interest-free credit financing to help you to spread the cost of treatment. During your consultation, we will explore financing options that are available to you.

Bone grafting is a surgical procedure that will usually be carried out at the same time as the implant placement however in some instances it needs to be done before to allow the bone to heal.

Won­der­ing about the cost of treatment?

With inter­est-free financ­ing avail­able on most treat­ments, you can spread the cost of den­tal care into afford­able month­ly pay­ments. Access the treat­ments you want with­out delay thanks to our flex­i­ble pay­ment terms.

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Spread the cost of your treat­ment with our flex­i­ble pay­ment plans, sub­ject to status.

Fre­quent­ly asked questions

We’ve answered the most com­mon patient ques­tions below. If you still have ques­tions about your den­tal treat­ment, get in touch to book a free consultation. 

The bone grafting procedure  is usually carried out at the same time as implant surgery so does not add much time to your appointment. Depending how complex your case is we offer sedation throughout the surgical procedure so you will be very comfortable and you won't be in any pain.

The recovery time for bone grafting is usually around a few days. However, for the bone graft to completely heal, it could take closer to 4 months but during this period you will feel totally normal. We will monitor the healing process and advise you on the aftercare steps that will help to keep your gums and mouth healthy while the bone graft heals.

This is a surgical procedure with some risks, including the risk of infection. We will discuss all of the possible risks and complications that might arise during the treatment. The risk of your bone graft being rejected is extremely low, but not an impossibility. 

 In some cases, bone grafting is required to increase the bone volume in your jaw, but not everyone will require this treatment. We will determine whether you need a bone graft at your initial consultation with the help of a 3D scan.

Book your free con­sul­ta­tion

Ready to start your smile trans­for­ma­tion jour­ney with us? Use the form to secure your free con­sul­ta­tion and learn more about the treat­ment options we have avail­able. It’s the per­fect oppor­tu­ni­ty to ask ques­tions and learn more.

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Don’t just take our word for it.
Feed­back from our hap­py patients

  • Fantastic and professional service, couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Would highly recommend to anyone needing any dental work done - Derek Le-Surf

    Gemma Le-Surf

    Apr 26, 2024

  • Just finished my treatment for my implants. The whole experience has been very professional from start to finish and I’m very happy with the results. Dr Azhar Bakhshi and the all the staff were very welcoming and always helpful. I would definitely recommend Implant & Cosmetic Smile.

    Jayne Ward

    Apr 20, 2024

  • I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the entire team at Implant Cosmetic Smiles for their exceptional professionalism and unwaveringly friendly service throughout my experience. Their dedication to excellence and willingness to assist with any enquiries or concerns was greatly appreciated. In particular, I am deeply grateful to Azhar Bakhshi, whose expertise as a surgeon gave me confidence and trust in his care. I cannot recommend the Implant and Cosmetic Smiles Clinic highly enough.

    lorraine keyte

    Apr 5, 2024

  • Thankyou to the whole team, had a great experience and felt very comfortable!! Would definitely recommend 😁🦷🙌🏻👌🏻

    Rob Smith

    Mar 20, 2024

  • Excellent service from Dr .Zahid Chowdhury! Highly recommend this practice . Prices are very good. Friendly staff .

    Sam Bains

    Mar 15, 2024

  • I had an implant done from Dr. Azhar Bakhshi. Very professional and an honest dentist. Their costings are very competitive and they have all the latest equipment. Highly recommend.

    Adam H

    Mar 10, 2024

  • I was made aware of this clinic by way of recommendation in the first instance. I required the services of this clinic and decided to make contact. From my initial query getting in touch with the clinic’s receptionist Kirsty, I was met with a friendly and informative staff team. This followed through the various processes with my doctor, Dr. Aryan Gharakhani and his team Roxana and Samiya who listened to me and explained very clearly what my options were and outlined my treatment plan. They allowed me time to process and inquire further to satisfy myself that I am confident with my plan. To be confident in this process is to impart your trust to your clinician and I am happy to say that Dr Gharakhani did a fantastic job and I am delighted with the results. If the need arose in the future, I would confidently use the services of this clinic and would highly recommend them to others if you or someone you know are looking to regain your beautiful smile. From my experience, you won’t find a more proficient and amiable team.

    Balbinita Foster

    Feb 20, 2024

  • Exceptional service! The team's professionalism, efficiency, and friendly demeanour made my experience truly enjoyable. Thank you for exceeding my expectations!

    Sabtien Siddique

    Feb 15, 2024

  • Very good service. Efficient and courteous. Pleased with the service received

    Oluremi Fajuke

    Feb 14, 2024

  • The Implant and Cosmetic Smiles Clinic provides exceptional dental care with knowledgeable staff and lovely facilities. Couldn't recommend enough :).

    RMS Temps

    Feb 14, 2024

  • Recently two weeks ago I and my wife had dental treatment with Dr Arian Garakhani and we are very pleased.He is realy approachable, professional,patient and excellent in taking any treatment and in giving you the best solution or advice.His patients always come first.The receptionists and dental assistants are at the highest level too.We highly recommend him and his Implant & Cosmetic Smiles Clinic .Obrad Mileusnic

    Obrad Mileusnic

    Dec 21, 2023

  • Great Place ! Friendly staff!! Amazing dentist! Amazing hygienist!

    Adina Marusac

    Dec 19, 2023

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