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3 bone grafting services to open up a world of options for rebuilding your smile
Associates for Oral, Maxillofacial & Implant Surgery is the specialist team that other dentists send their patients to for advanced expertise in areas such as bone grafting. This service, performed at our Chicago, Bartlett, Elk Grove Village, and Mount Prospect, Illinois offices, requires the unique and extensive knowledge and skill of Board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons, Drs Russell P. Spinazze, Mark A. Spinazze, Eliza P. Drobny, and Bryan J. VanOven. Due to our skill and onsite technologies, we provide an array of bone grafting capabilities, three of which are spotlighted as follows.
No. 1: Proactive treatment
Socket preservation is the preventative procedure on this list. This treatment stops bone loss (or resorption) from occurring in the first place. The devastating process of bone deterioration in the jaw occurs soon after teeth are extracted. It’s estimated that around 50% of the width of the alveolar bone in the jaw that normally supports the teeth is lost within the first 12 months after the removal or extraction of a tooth. Thirty percent of such bone loss occurs within the first 12 weeks! It makes sense; like other body parts, such as the muscles in your arms and legs, if you do not “use them,” then you “lose them.” The lack of stimulation from the teeth leads to the development of bone loss, which can have a tremendous negative effect on your function and appearance, and can also preclude you from getting certain types of tooth replacement (such as implant-supported crowns, bridges, and dentures). We protect the shape and density of the jawbone with a technique called socket preservation. Following an extraction, bony tissue or a bone substitute is applied to the socket or extraction site. The new bone is then covered, and this post-extraction process helps to unlock your body’s natural healing properties. As the socket heals, your jawbone stays intact and strong.
No. 2: Treating the dental ridge
Ridge augmentation is the procedure we perform to treat a deteriorated dental or alveolar ridge. This part of the jawbone surrounds and supports the roots of your teeth. When those teeth are gone, around 30% of the alveolar ridge may be lost due to the process of resorption. You need adequate, healthy bone in the jaw to aid in rebuilding your smile with implants. Otherwise, you may not be a good candidate for this form of tooth replacement. After all, the implant is inserted in the jaw and must naturally grow into the surrounding bone. When bone deteriorates, there may be insufficient support for the implant, and it would not heal properly. With this procedure, we can get your mouth back on the path to health, which generally involves securing a bone grafting material to the area that needs to be augmented or “built-up.” This material may be derived from a donor source, synthetically, or from your own body (as an autologous graft). Once secured, a membrane is placed on top to protect the new bone. This process stimulates healing, and the graft naturally integrates with the rest of the jaw in the next several months.
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No. 3: Treating bone loss in the upper jaw
Sinus augmentation or sinus lift is specifically indicated for deficiencies in the bone in the upper jaw. Due to the anatomy of the sinus area, when the upper back teeth are extracted, only a small thin layer of bone may be present that separates these empty chambers from the mouth. To support implants, the walls of the sinuses may need to be treated by effectively lifting or raising the sinus floor. This is accomplished by first elevating/lifting the membrane that lines the sinuses, and then applying donor bone material to the space underneath. As with the other grafting services mentioned here, the newly introduced bone will heal and effectively become a part of the jaw in the months afterward.
Don’t limit yourself to conventional options to replace teeth. Grafting performed at Associates for Oral, Maxillofacial & Implant Surgery is a safe and predictable way to get the smile you desire and deserve. To start the process today, contact one of our four area offices: Chicago, IL (773) 736-3300, Mount Prospect (847) 255-7080, Bartlett (630) 289-5002, or Elk Grove Village (847) 593-0535.
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Russell P. Spinazze, D.D.S.
Dr. Russell P. Spinazze is a highly respected oral surgeon based in Chicago, with over 25 years of experience. A graduate of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, he completed his specialty training at the University of Illinois-Chicago Medical Center. Board-certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. Spinazze is a Fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. He is recognized for his expertise in dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, and facial trauma. His dedication to education and patient care underscores his trustworthiness and authority in the field.
Mark A. Spinazze, D.D.S.
Dr. Mark A. Spinazze is a distinguished oral surgeon based in Chicago, boasting over ten years of experience. He graduated from the University of Michigan and the University of Illinois-Chicago School of Dentistry and completed his specialty training at the University Hospital in Cincinnati. Board-certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. Spinazze is affiliated with several esteemed dental organizations. He has been recognized as a “Top Dental Specialist” in Chicago Magazine and is dedicated to advancing dental research and providing charitable services, ensuring trust and excellence in patient care.
Eliza P. Drobny, D.D.S., M.D.
Dr. Eliza P. Drobny is a dedicated oral surgeon in Chicago with a wealth of experience in oral and maxillofacial surgery. She completed her education at Loyola University-Chicago and the University of Nebraska, where she also received her medical degree and specialty training. Dr. Drobny has been committed to providing exceptional care since joining the Associates for Oral, Maxillofacial and Implant Surgery in 2015. She is board-certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and actively participates in several professional organizations, reflecting her commitment to excellence and patient trust.
With decades of combined experience, Drs. Russell Spinazze, Mark Spinazze, and Eliza Drobny are board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons the Chicago community trusts. Trained at prestigious institutions including the University of Michigan, University of Illinois-Chicago, and University of Nebraska, they bring advanced expertise in dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, facial trauma, and reconstructive surgery. All are active members of leading professional organizations, with honors such as “Top Dental Specialist” and fellowship recognition. Their patient-first approach, clinical excellence, and continued commitment to education underscore their authority and trustworthiness in the field.
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