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An implant needs enough surrounding bone to fuse with and hold onto, and grafting builds that volume back where extraction or disease took it.
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Bone Grafting in Carmichael, CA
Has someone told you there is not enough bone? That is usually a starting point rather than a verdict, and bone grafting in Carmichael, CA, is how the foundation gets rebuilt. Marconi Dental Group handles this groundwork in the same office that places the implant.
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Understanding Your Treatment
What Is Bone Grafting?
Bone grafting is a procedure that rebuilds jawbone volume lost to extraction, gum disease, or years of an empty space, creating the stable base an implant needs to hold. Dr. Dylan Kovar plans grafting from a CBCT scan as part of the wider implant case rather than as a separate errand. Dr. Werner Visagé brings further surgical experience to the practice on the days he is seeing patients.
The Benefits
The Benefits of Bone Grafting
Ridge Preservation
Grafting a socket at the time of removal keeps the ridge from collapsing inward, which is far easier than rebuilding it a year or two later.
Preserved Contour
The jaw supports the lips and the cheeks, so maintaining bone width also protects the shape of your lower face and jawline as the years go on.
Broader Options
Rebuilding the site reopens treatments that were ruled out, so an implant becomes possible where a denture was once the only remaining answer.
The Process
Our Step-by-Step Process
From your first exam to the final result, here's exactly what to expect — calm, clear, and never rushed.
Schedule Appointment- 01
Bone Assessment
A CBCT scan measures the height, the width, and the density of bone at the site, which shows precisely how much volume needs to be rebuilt.
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Graft Planning
Dr. Kovar selects the approach and the material based on the site itself and on what the finished restoration will eventually need to support.
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Placement Surgery
The area is opened, cleaned, and packed with graft material under local anesthetic, with oral sedation available for anyone who would want it.
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Healing Phase
Your own bone grows into and gradually replaces the graft over several months, which is the biological work that no procedure can shortcut.
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Implant Timing
A follow-up scan confirms the site now has enough volume and density, and only then does implant placement get scheduled on the calendar.
Is It Right for You?
Signs You May Need Bone Grafting
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Recent Extraction — A tooth has just been removed or is scheduled to come out, and grafting the socket now preserves the ridge for whatever you choose to do next.
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Longstanding Gap — A space has sat empty for years, and the bone underneath it has quietly narrowed the entire time without any pressure to maintain itself.
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Turned Away — Another office told you an implant was not possible, which very frequently means bone volume rather than anything about the tooth itself.
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Sunken Ridge — The gum line looks flattened or scooped where a tooth used to be, which is a visible sign that the bone underneath it has already receded.
Our Difference
Grafting Planned With Implants
The graft is designed around the implant it will eventually support, so the site gets rebuilt to the shape the final restoration actually needs.
Volume Measured, Not Estimated
CBCT imaging quantifies exactly how much bone is present in three dimensions, which turns the plan into arithmetic instead of a judgment call.
Socket Grafted At Extraction
When a tooth is coming out anyway, grafting that socket the same day preserves the ridge and saves you a separate procedure further down the road.
Second Opinions Welcome Here
Patients who were told elsewhere that they lacked bone are worth rescanning, because a graft very often changes what is actually possible for them.
In Their Own Words
Hear From Our Patients
Real patients of Marconi Dental Group share their experience — from first visits to life-changing smile transformations.
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From Our Patients
Over 500+ 5-star reviews and counting…
- 5 out of 5 stars. “Everyone here is outstanding — knowledgeable, kind, and efficient. Dr. Visage solved a problem that three other dentists couldn't. While others suggested surgery, he simply told me to switch toothpaste! My wife also had an amazing experience. We highly recommend Marconi Dental Group.” — David H.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “I can't say enough great things about this office! Dr. Visage is fantastic! The work is flawless, the staff is friendly, and Barbara makes cleanings something I actually look forward to. I've even referred family members who now love it here too. Highly recommend!” — Jasmeen D.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “Dr. Visage is so gentle and walks you through every step. I've had dental anxiety for years, but he and Barbara completely changed that. I actually enjoy coming to the dentist now. Everyone here is top-notch — I won't go anywhere else!” — Spring T.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “I've been coming here for two years and love it! I did Invisalign with them and had a fantastic experience. Ashley is an incredible hygienist, the office is spotless and modern, and the whole team is so kind. They truly care and never pressure you. My teeth are now perfectly straight and healthy — 10/10 recommend!” — Jerica G.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “WOW! Hands down the best dental office I've ever been to. Sharon is amazing — calm, funny, and super transparent about every step. The doctors explain everything clearly and make you feel at ease. I'll never go anywhere else!” — Anthony S.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “Had a dental emergency on Christmas and they got me in the very next day — even though I'd never been there before! Every single staff member made sure I was comfortable and understood my options. They explained the financial side clearly and even handled my insurance. No one loves going to the dentist, but this is as good as it gets!” — Bri S.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “If I had to encapsulate Marconi Dental Group's philosophy into one term, it would be "Patient Engagement". I even went over my x-rays alongside my dentist, tooth by tooth. I never felt talked down to or rushed. I left my first visit feeling like everyone in the office saw me as a PERSON, not a patient chart or a revenue stream.” — Nancy Slocum
- 5 out of 5 stars. “Had a broken tooth that's been bugging me badly. They squeezed me in for a checkout at lunchtime, booked me back for 4pm, and totally took care of it with no pain or fuss whatsoever. I was out of the chair in 30 minutes — they just completely knew what they were doing.” — Iain R.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “Never thought I would say this about a dentist! I had a great experience! Very gentle, clean, and friendly staff! Will definitely recommend this place to everyone!!!” — Nikki Young
- 5 out of 5 stars. “Best dental group ever. I have never felt so at ease at a dentist's office and it's really because of the awesome staff and dentists. I've gotten Invisalign, a veneer, and currently a crown replaced here. They are more than willing to work with my financial needs and I love that.” — Mina Choe
The Marconi Dental Group Difference
Why You'll Love Bone Grafting at Marconi Dental Group
Grafting is rarely the treatment someone came in asking about. We explain why it is on the plan, what it buys you, and how long it adds.
Here are just a few reasons our patients love us:
- Told No Somewhere Else
- Healing Time Made Clear
- Surgery And Implant Coordinated
- A Practice That Follows Up
Frequently Asked Questions
You've Got Questions, We've Got Answers
Don't see the answer you're looking for? Call us at (916) 487-7148.
How long does a bone graft take to heal?
Most sites need three to six months before an implant can be placed, since your own bone has to grow in and replace the graft material. Larger reconstructions take longer, and a follow-up scan confirms readiness rather than the calendar deciding it.
Where does the graft material come from?
Depending on the site, grafts use your own bone, processed donor bone, or a synthetic material, and each one behaves a little differently. Dr. Kovar explains which option suits your case and why before anything is scheduled.
Is bone grafting painful?
The procedure is done under local anesthetic, and most patients compare the recovery to an extraction rather than to anything worse. Soreness and swelling settle within a few days, and oral sedation is available if the appointment itself worries you.
What is the cost of bone grafting in Carmichael, CA?
Cost depends on the size of the site and the material used, and a socket graft at the time of extraction costs considerably less than rebuilding a ridge later. Our front desk quotes the figure in writing, and Cherry, CareCredit, and in-house financing are available.
Does insurance cover bone grafting in Carmichael, CA?
Some PPO plans cover grafting when it follows an extraction or supports a covered procedure, while others treat it as part of the implant and exclude it. We accept all major providers, work with out-of-network plans, and verify exactly what applies beforehand.
Schedule an Appointment
Schedule Your Bone Grafting Consultation Today
A scan will tell you how much bone is actually there and what it would take to rebuild it. Book online for bone grafting in Carmichael, CA, and we will give you a straight answer on what is possible.
Prefer to talk? Call us at (916) 487-7148
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