Bone Morphogenic Protein in Pueblo, CO

What is Bone Morphogenic Protein?

When there is insufficient bone mass in the jaw, this can deteriorate one's overall oral health and prevent the ability to receive dental implants. For this reason, our oral and maxillofacial specialists like to incorporate BMP therapy to help restore normal bone tissue levels for dental restorations. BMP is often included in conjunction with ridge preservations, sinus lifts, and tooth extractions. Our practice in Pueblo, CO is dedicated to helping you achieve the smile and oral health you desire to build your confidence. Call Oral Surgery Specialists of Pueblo today to learn more about BMP therapy.

Who is a Candidate for Bone Morphogenic Protein?

Patients in need of dental implants for restoration should consider the use of BMP, especially if there is not enough bone tissue to support future dental implants. The use of BMP helps generate your body's natural production of bone tissue for optimal structure and function. This innovative procedure may also help prevent the need for a bone graft, which sometimes involves the use of artificial bone regeneration. In addition, BMP therapy has been reported to aid in and speed up recovery time. BMP may not be recommended if you have certain medical conditions, are pregnant, or are breastfeeding.

What is the BMP Treatment Process?

BMP is typically extracted from your own bone, or it can be sourced from a certified bone bank. During your consultation and initial exam, our oral surgeons will determine the best source of treatment for your specific condition. At our Oral Surgery Specialists of Pueblo practice, we also utilize Cone Beam imaging technology to better understand your needs and develop the treatment approach that is ideal for you. These diagnostic tests also allows us to determine where to place BMP in order to enhance bone regeneration for dental implants.

Once your custom treatment plan is created, we will schedule your oral procedure. On the day of surgery, the target area will be numbed, and sedation dentistry will be used, if desired, to help make your treatment as comfortable as possible. The BMP solution will then be administered via a specialized sponge and mesh material will be placed to protect the area. We will then suture the gums to enable optimal healing and fusion that will begin to create a strong foundation for future dental restorations.

BMP Treatment Aftercare and Recovery

BMP therapy is typically incorporated with bone grafting surgery or another oral surgery that requires sufficient bone mass for positive long-term oral health. After any surgery, swelling and discomfort is normal, but these symptoms should decrease as your body heals. Our office will also provide you with Post-Operative Instructions that will assist in your recovery process. Over-the-counter medication and cold compresses may also help reduce mild discomfort. On average, it takes about six months for the bone graft site to heal, but we will schedule follow-up appointments to closely monitor your progress. This way, we can determine when it is best to schedule your dental implant surgery.

Is Bone Morphogenic Protein Covered by Insurance?

Depending on your insurance plan, BMP therapy may or may not be covered; however, our Insurance Specialist Team will get in touch with your provider to verify your specific coverage. From there, we will estimate your out-of-pocket costs and review your options. We do all we can to help make oral care affordable and convenient for all of our patients by providing flexible payment plans and accepting third-party financing through CareCredit® and CredCompare. CredCompare involves a simple application process that performs a soft credit pull with no affect to your credit score. Once submitted for prequalification, CredCompare allows several different financing companies to review your patient profile and to compete for assistance in your healthcare investment.

Encourage Optimal Bone Growth

To help encourage optimal bone growth for dental restoration, we recommend BMP therapy. This is a medical treatment that has been proven to aid in bone health and is a natural method for tissue stimulation. Other benefits of BMP therapy include a reduction in recovery time and less chance of needing a bone graft. Call our Oral Surgery Specialists of Pueblo office to learn more about BMP therapy and how this treatment can help you. We look forward to serving you with high-quality oral care so you can smile with confidence.