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Bone Grafting | West Caldwell, NJ
Major & Minor Bone Grafting
Missing teeth over a period of time can cause your jaw bone to atrophy, or resorb. This often results in poor quality and quantity of bone suitable for the placement of dental implants as well as long term shifting of remaining teeth and changes to facial structure. Most patients, in these situations, are not candidates for dental implants.
Fortunately, today we have the ability to grow bone where it is needed. This not only gives us the opportunity to place implants of proper length and width, but it also gives us a chance to restore functionality and aesthetic appearance.
Major Bone Grafting
Bone grafting can repair implant sites with inadequate bone structure due to previous extractions, gum disease, or injuries. The bone is either obtained from a tissue bank or your own bone is taken from the jaw, hip or tibia (below the knee). Sinus bone grafts are also performed to replace bone in the posterior upper jaw. In addition, special membranes may be utilized that dissolve under the gum to protect the bone graft, as well as encourage bone regeneration. This is called guided bone regeneration, or guided tissue regeneration.
Major bone grafts are typically performed to repair defects of the jaws. These defects may arise as a result of traumatic injuries, tumor surgery, or congenital defects. Large defects are repaired using the patient’s own bone. This bone is harvested from a number of different areas depending on the size needed. The skull (cranium), hip (iliac crest), and lateral knee (tibia), are common donor sites. These procedures are routinely performed in an operating room and require a hospital stay.
Dr. Steven Scrivo
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Excellent service in every way! Most of my coworkers utilize our employment dental services at so affordable rate. I can’t! I just cannot sacrifice the comfort, safety, and quality. Dr. Scrivo did my previous oral surgery and received excellent care. So when I have to decide for another procedure, there’s no question I have to go back to him. No. 1 in my mind is the painless and gentle anesthesia injections. He was very careful in ensuring I feel no pain from those little injections. NO PAIN! No. 2 is the priceless sterile technique and the care for the patient during the procedure. They have to apply goggles on me and instructed me to close my eyes so I won’t see and feel the sutures and threads going back and forth in my gums. Very insightful and thoughtful! I’m a nurse so I know and I can imagine what they’re doing. But this is good for young patients who are scared for any unknown reason. No. 3 professionalism at its BEST. I just browse through all the reviews and saw one that gave 1 because of the telephone downfall. If I can talk to that person, I’ll try to convince her to call back. It might just be a bad day in the office. She missed the best Dental care Dr. Scrivo’s patients enjoy. I goggled his website to write this review. I will and been recommending him to my friends and coworkers. For Dr. Scrivo and his staff, more POWER to you! Thank you for the great and awesome services you provide to your patients. I am one of them.
- Evangeline K
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A very concerned professional
- Samuel P
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Been a patient for years and always have satisfied treatment.
- Ed S
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They always make me feel comfortable,, ,
- Susan M
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Great cleaning and advice
- Jayshree S
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Great experience and great staff.
- Dennis S
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Modern technique, masterful, conservative first, kind, current, happy staff
- Diane B
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I usually do not write a review but this required one. Dr. Scrivo and his Hygienist are absolutely remarkable. From explaining the process to showing they care about the health of your teeth. Ive been to many Dr's but this is the most caring one I've been to. in addition, we can not forget how clean the office and restrooms are. thank you for a lovely experience. 🙂
- Milagros R
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If anyone has to have periodontal care or laser gum surgery, I highly recommend this practice. They are wonderful.
- Maria T
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Absolute satisfaction
- Joseph D
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Approximately 20 years ago I was told by a periodontist who allegedly enjoyed a great deal of respect that I must have an implant in a particular area. I was suspect of this diagnosis, so I went to see Dr Scrivo. To date, I STILL HAVE THAT TOOTH!
- Micheal P
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I have been a patient for uses. The staff and doctor are great and make it pleasant to go to a periodontal office!
- Dassy m
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Dr Scrivo & his staff are other best!
- Ann C
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Very pleased. I have been a patient for many years.
- Donna R
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The office is pleasant, calming clean and professional. The staff is friendly And courteous.
- Anne A
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Great service, no waiting. People in the office are always very courteous and professional.Highly recommend.
- Anatoly T
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Always taken care of with great care and concern for my well being. Dr. Scrivo is a great calming factor when I am sitting in the chair as well S Joanne T. I always know that I'm given the best of care no matter how short or long my appointment.
- Maria H
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I have been coming for periodontal maintenance since 1995. The care I have received is fantastic. Teri and Dr. Scrivo are great and extremely knowledgeable in their profession.. I have been extremely happy with the care I have been provided over the years. My parents also come to Teri and Dr. Scrivo. Teri always cleans my teeth to perfection and is very personable and friendly. I would highly recommend Dr. Scrivo and his team.
- Mark M
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Excellent, The best I ever had working on my mouth.
- Joseph B
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Family friendly atmosphere, very professional and caring group. Would highly recommend this office. Never had a bad experience in all the years that I or my entire family have been coming here. Painless dentist.
- Joseph L
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