“Does bone grow back after wisdom tooth extraction?”
I am a 24 year old male. I want to know if bone grows back after wisdom tooth extraction?
7 Answers
DentistDentist
The bone remodels after the healing process post wisdom tooth extraction.
Yes, but it sometimes feels like it's at a lower level than it was previously. Depending on the individual, It could take up to 6-9 months for the healing site to fully fill with bone.
Yes, it does.
David Yue, DDS, FAGD, FIALD
David Yue, DDS, FAGD, FIALD
Generally, after wisdom teeth are removed, bone does grow to fill in the holes. You can improve your chances of healing well by following the advice of your dentist or oral surgeon and please - don't smoke.
Yes. When properly healed, the area should eventually have new bone growth so the area will look nearly similar to the rest of the jawbones. Assume a healthy individual with no problems and of the age usually associated with third molar extractions.
No, the extraction site will usually heal on its own with soft tissue.
Bone usually grows back after wisdom teeth removal. However, in many impacted cases there is incomplete regeneration of the bone at the back of the remaining second molar and some grafting is indicated to prevent future problems
