You’re ready to receive dental implants! The idea of getting these high-tech tooth replacements can be exciting, so it’s understandable if you’re a bit confused when your dentist says something about needing a bone graft. Why can’t you skip the graft and go straight to the dental implant treatment? Do you really need one, or is this just something that’s “strongly recommended”?

It’s true that not everyone requires bone grafting, but if your dentist is recommending it, there’s likely a good reason. Keep reading to learn why you might need this preliminary treatment.