Bone grafting

Bone grafting is a surgical procedure where bone is taken from a donor site and implanted into the patient. Bone grafting is commonly used in orthopaedic surgery and dental implants.

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Autologous bone is typically harvested from the iliac crest of the pelvis.

Allograft bone from cadavers or live donors may also be used. Allograft is typically sourced from a bone bank.

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