Ramus bone graft
What is the ramus bone?
The ramus bone is actually a part of the jawbone that is located in the lower jaw and is often used for bone grafting.. This bone is also known by many other names and it is also known as the horn of the lower jaw or mandible.. This bone has a rectangular and upward appearance that is stretched backwards.
When ramus bone is used for jaw bone grafting, it is also known as mandibular bone grafting.
How is the ramus bone transplant?
Transplantation of the lower jaw bone or the ramus is done under local anesthesia and with a surgical operation, and in order to be able to perform the surgery in this field, one must go through the following steps.:
- First, a local anesthetic should be applied so that the patient feels less pain during the surgery. Then the mouth should be completely cleaned and disinfected to prepare the surgical area.
- Next, the surgeon must make an incision in the gum to be able to access the bone under the gum. Then the bone material obtained from the ramus of the jaw is placed in that area and finally the gum is returned to its place and sutured..
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Is a ramus bone graft needed for an implant?
Ramus bone grafting is required for the implant and should be used for some patients. The need for this surgery is determined by the doctor before the implant. If using it is considered necessary, this surgery must be performed for the implant applicant.
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