Bone Graft Treatment
A bone graft is a surgical treatment used to strengthen or repair damaged bones caused by disease, trauma, or tooth loss. By encouraging bone regrowth, this transplantation speeds up the healing process and builds a strong foundation for bone fractures or dental implants.
Procedure of Bone Graft Treatment
The bone graft procedure begins with the surgeon cleaning the affected area. After ensuring the area is properly cleaned, the surgeon will make an incision through the skin and muscle surrounding the bone that requires the graft. Sometimes, a second incision is made to harvest bone material from another part of the body, such as the hip, leg, or ribs. The surgeon will use specialised tools to remove a small section of the bone for grafting.
The bone graft is then placed between the two sections of bone that need to grow together. If required, the surgeon may use screws or other fixation devices to secure the graft in place. Finally, the skin and muscle around the treated area and any area from which bone was harvested are sutured closed to complete the surgery.