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Treatment

Bone grafting before or during implant treatment

After a tooth is lost, the jaw bone often shrinks. If there isn't enough bone for an implant, it can be rebuilt with a graft, either before the implant or at the same time.

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In short
  • Grafting adds time and cost, but may be necessary.
  • Short or narrow implants may avoid grafting in some cases.
  • Your 3D scan shows how much bone you have.

Alternatives to grafting

Straumann positions narrow Roxolid implants (such as Ø2.9 mm Bone Level Tapered) and short implants (4 mm) for cases where bone augmentation might be avoided.1 Whether that's suitable depends on your anatomy.

Bone graft illustration
Short implantsNarrow implants
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Last updated 28 Sep 2026 · How we review

Sources

  1. Manufacturer documentationStraumann® Roxolid® (material page) — Institut Straumann AG. Accessed 28 Sep 2026.

Educational information only. The choice of implant system depends on your anatomy, restorative plan, bone quality and the clinician's assessment. This website does not recommend a specific implant for you.

Clinical assessment

Find out whether Straumann implant treatment suits you

Send a few details and, if you have one, a recent x-ray. A dentist from our clinical partner reviews your case and replies with next steps. Free and without obligation.

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This website does not diagnose. Only an examination by a dentist can confirm a treatment plan.

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