Dental Bone Graft Prices UK
Dental bone grafts rebuild jaw bone to support implants, dentures, or future restorations. After tooth loss, bone can resorb quickly; grafting creates a stable foundation before implants or preserves sockets after extraction. UK clinics offer socket grafting, lateral ridge augmentation, sinus lifts, and block grafts with materials ranging from autogenous bone to synthetic substitutes.
Dental hospitals and implant centres—London Centre for Oral Surgery & Implantology, Scottish Centre for Excellence in Dentistry, Queensway Dental—perform grafts ahead of implant placement. They evaluate bone volume via CBCT scans, discuss graft materials, and clarify healing timelines.
Bone Grafting Options
🕳️ Socket preservation
Placed immediately after extraction to maintain ridge width.
🧱 Ridge augmentation
Expands narrow ridges to fit implants using particulate grafts or block grafts.
🪵 Block graft
Autogenous bone blocks (often from chin or ramus) secured with screws for severe defects.
🌬️ Sinus lift
Lifts the sinus membrane and adds graft material in the upper jaw for implant stability.
How Much is Dental Bone Grafting in the UK?
Socket graft: £450 to £750.
Ridge augmentation: £950 to £1 450.
Sinus lift with graft: £1 400 to £2 100.
Explore implant plans via All-on-4 and All-on-6 guides to see how grafting supports full-arch solutions.
Factors Affecting Cost
🔩 Graft material
Autogenous bone is labour-intensive; xenograft or alloplast materials are cheaper but may heal more slowly.
🧠 Surgical complexity
Severe defects demand longer surgeries, membranes, fixation screws, and multiple visits.
🛠️ Sedation
IV sedation adds £250–£400 but improves comfort for complex grafts.
📅 Healing time
Grafts add 4–9 months before implants. Additional visits and CBCT scans increase overall investment.
How to Manage Bone Graft Costs
💡 Time grafting strategically
Socket preservation right after extraction avoids more expensive ridge augmentation later.
🤝 Bundle with implant treatment
Many clinics discount grafting when scheduled alongside implants.
📅 Maintain oral hygiene
Excellent hygiene prevents graft infection and failure, avoiding costly repeats.
FAQs
Is bone grafting painful?
Discomfort is manageable with painkillers and ice packs. Sedation minimises intraoperative awareness.
How long does the graft heal?
3–6 months for standard grafts, up to 9 months for large sinuses or block grafts.
Can grafts fail?
Yes, especially with poor hygiene or smoking. Clinics monitor healing closely and may prescribe antibiotics.
Do grafts use my own bone?
Autogenous bone is preferred for major defects. Synthetic or donor grafts work well for smaller areas and avoid donor-site surgery.
Will grafting add to implant cost?
Yes, but it ensures implants integrate successfully. Consider it part of the full implant investment.
Conclusion
Dental bone grafts create the foundation for secure, long-lasting restorations. Plan grafting early, maintain meticulous hygiene, and coordinate with your implant dentist to keep timelines and budgets on track. 😁
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Jane Smith |
| Am British, live in London (1985–present) |
