Cow Bone: The Step Ahead

The first inference that you draw while coming across the word cowbone is that it has something to do with the cows' anatomy. Won’t you be surprised if you were told that cowbone is used in dental grafting procedures for human beings? Well, that is surely a surprise element and here we will try to understand what is cowbone and why is it used.

What is cowbone?

Before undergoing the dental implant, bone grafting is done to prepare the patient for the process. While choosing the grafting material, bovine (cow) bone grafting material or xenographic material is used by the dentists. It is processed from non-vital bones from the cows at high temperatures so that a material that is safe for human use can be created. Cowbone creates a stage for the new bone tissues to grow.

Why is cowbone used in grafting?

Xenograft or bovine bone grafting material is used as a grafting material by dentists because:

  • It gives long-lasting results.
  • Holds the space for a longer time in comparison to other materials used for grafting.
  • Cowbone is readily available and is a low-cost solution for grafting requirements during periodontal treatment.
  • Using cowbone as a grafting material can treat bone loss that arises due to any gum disease.

Before your dentist starts with any dental treatment, ask your doubts and once you are convinced go ahead with the procedure. 

Get in touch with Dental Implant Technologies in Scottsdale, AZ to give you more information on the best and safest grafting material.


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