Bone Graft After Extraction: Healing Timeline Before Implants in South OC
San Juan Capistrano, CA
If you’ve had a tooth removed, you may have been told you need a bone graft before getting a dental implant. At Kaban Dental Group in San Juan Capistrano, we often see patients from Dana Point, Mission Viejo, San Clemente, and Aliso Viejo who ask: “How long does it take to heal before I can get my implant?”
Here’s what you need to know about the bone graft healing timeline, step by step.
Why Bone Grafts Are Needed Before Implants
After a tooth extraction, the bone around the socket naturally begins to shrink. Without enough bone volume:
Implants may not anchor securely
Facial structure can change over time
Long-term implant success may be at risk
Bone grafting restores lost bone and creates a strong foundation for implants.
Learn more about Tooth Extractions in San Juan Capistrano.
Types of Bone Grafts
Socket Preservation Graft: Placed immediately after extraction to protect bone.
Block Graft: Larger graft for patients with more extensive bone loss.
Sinus Lift: For upper jaw implants near the sinuses.
Learn more about Tooth Extraction → Dental Implant Timeline in South OC.
Healing Timeline Before Implants
Week 1–2: Early Healing
Swelling and mild discomfort are common
Soft tissue begins closing over the graft
Stitches may dissolve or be removed
Weeks 3–8: Bone Integration Begins
New bone starts forming around the graft material
You’ll likely return for a follow-up to check healing progress
3–6 Months: Strong Foundation Develops
Bone graft fully integrates with your natural bone
Dental implant placement is typically scheduled once bone is dense enough
What Affects Healing Time?
Size and type of graft used
Your overall health and age
Smoking or medical conditions that affect healing
Whether additional procedures (like sinus lifts) were required
Life After Bone Grafting – Next Steps Toward Implants
Once healing is complete, we can place the dental implant post, which will fuse with your new bone. A crown, bridge, or denture will then be attached to restore full function.
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Local Implant & Bone Graft Care in South OC
At Kaban Dental Group, we provide both extractions and bone grafting so patients in San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point, Mission Viejo, San Clemente, and Aliso Viejo can complete their full implant treatment under one roof.
📞 Call us at (949) 496-5585 or schedule your consultation online.
