Bone Graft Failed-Now What?
Posted: Mon Dec 21, 1998 1:47 pmI am a 31 year old with a bi-lateral cleft lip and palate. I
had a bone graft operation about 3 years ago. In preparation for
it, I had braces put on (2nd time around).
Since the surgery, I've experienced significant bone loss to
the area. All in all, it was a complete failure and might have to
be redone.
Has anyone had a bone graft surgery that failed? Did you have
it re-done? Or did your doctors find another way to make the area
stable?
I cannot have any permanent dental work done until a decision
is made to have the surgery or not. I am currently wearing a
retainer on both upper and lower teeth.
Any information will be GREATLY appreciated. Thanks.
had a bone graft operation about 3 years ago. In preparation for
it, I had braces put on (2nd time around).
Since the surgery, I've experienced significant bone loss to
the area. All in all, it was a complete failure and might have to
be redone.
Has anyone had a bone graft surgery that failed? Did you have
it re-done? Or did your doctors find another way to make the area
stable?
I cannot have any permanent dental work done until a decision
is made to have the surgery or not. I am currently wearing a
retainer on both upper and lower teeth.
Any information will be GREATLY appreciated. Thanks.